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Ravens-Cowboys game at Maracanã Stadium
NFL plays first game in Brazil at Maracanã Stadium.
In brief
NFL plays first game in Brazil at Maracanã Stadium. The NFL will host its third straight year of games in Brazil at Maracanã Stadium on Sunday, with the Ravens and Cowboys playing on synthetic grass. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Ravens-Cowboys game
The Ravens and Cowboys will play on Sunday at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Field condition concerns
Close-up images show synthetic grass stitched into real grass, described as 'looks like dog shit' by a source.
“looks like dog shit”
League assurance
The NFL confirmed there is 'no need to worry' about field readiness for the game.
“no need to worry”
Third straight year in Brazil
This will be the NFL's third consecutive year hosting a game in Brazil, part of its global fan outreach.
Game time
The game starts at 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday, with millions watching the field conditions.
The short version
The NFL will host its third straight year of games in Brazil at Maracanã Stadium on Sunday, with the Ravens and Cowboys playing on synthetic grass.
