As the Kansas City Chiefs gear up for an unprecedented international start to their 2025 NFL season, all eyes are not only on the players but also on the team’s most high-profile supporters—Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes. The Chiefs are reportedly set to face off against the Los Angeles Chargers in São Paulo, Brazil, for a thrilling Week 1 opener that could set the tone for the entire season.
Chiefs vs. Chargers rivalry takes a global turn in Brazil
The AFC West rivalry between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Los Angeles Chargers is expected to ignite on September 5, 2025, at Arena Corinthians. While the NFL has not yet officially confirmed the matchup, sources indicate the Chargers will host this game as part of the league’s international expansion push.
This has stirred mixed feelings among Chargers fans, who feel robbed of a true home-field advantage at SoFi Stadium. Still, the broader NFL community is intrigued by the league’s commitment to growing football across Latin America.
This clash marks only the second time a regular season NFL game will be held in Brazil, following last year’s successful showdown between the Packers and Eagles. In fact, 2025 is shaping up to be the most international season in NFL history, with seven games scheduled outside the U.S., including matchups in Ireland, Germany, Spain, and the U.K.
Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes could steal the spotlight in Brazil
While much of the attention will be on Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, the presence of Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes in Brazil could elevate the game’s global appeal. Their camaraderie has captivated fans since Swift's relationship with Kelce went public. With Taylor Swift's Eras Tour recently touching down in South America and Brittany often traveling to support Patrick, speculation is growing that the duo will make a high-profile appearance in the stands.
As Marca reports, "Heading into this season's Week 1 game, Taylor and Brittany could be reunited in Brazil to be at Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes' new adventure." Both of their potential appearance would undoubtedly generate immense buzz and draw even more attention to the NFL’s international ambitions.
The NFL is also reportedly in talks with YouTube to stream the Brazil game globally and free of charge. If finalized, this move could shatter previous broadcasting records and bring American football to millions of new viewers. It reflects the league’s broader strategy to not just expand physically but digitally as well.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s “love story” crumbles in silence as fans lose interest and question if the relationship was ever realAs the Chiefs look to defend their AFC crown, this Brazil showdown may become one of the most memorable moments in NFL international history—and perhaps a pop culture event as well.