The Philadelphia Eagles got a warm welcome, if we can call it that, from Brazilian fans at Arena Corinthians just before kickoff of their Week 1 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. The boos rained down on the Eagles as they took the field, making it clear who the home crowd was rooting for.
Despite the hostile reception, the Eagles players remained focused and determined to secure a victory. With the NFC East division as competitive as ever, especially with the Dallas Cowboys looking to make a deep playoff run, every win counts this season.
The Arena Corinthians was expected to be a tough environment for the Eagles, thanks in part to a local color rivalry. The green of the Eagles’ jerseys is a shade similar to that of Palmeiras, a fierce rival of the popular Brazilian soccer team Corinthians. The Eagles wore white jerseys, but the soccer fans knew their original uniform was green.
The Philadelphia Eagles proved they could handle the heat—literally and figuratively—in their season opener against the Green Bay Packers in Brazil. Despite a hostile crowd, the Eagles rallied to secure a 34-29 victory.
Heavy boos for #Eagles players from the fans in Brazil… (via: @jacksettleman)
A Hard-Fought Win
The first half was a close affair, with the Packers edging ahead 6-0 after the first quarter. The Eagles responded in the second, scoring 17 points to take a narrow lead at halftime. However, the Packers weren’t done yet, and the teams went into the locker room with the Packers up by just one point 18-17.
The Eagles’ defense stepped up in the second half, making crucial adjustments to contain the Packers’ offense. With a balanced offensive attack, the Eagles were able to pull away in the final two quarters, securing the victory allowing only 10 points.
What’s Next for the NFL International Series?
The next game on the NFL International Series schedule is set for October 13th in London. The Jacksonville Jaguars will face the Chicago Bears at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, a venue that hosted a crowd of 61,011 for its last NFL game.
