Eagles Brasil, an online community for Brazilian Eagles fans in and outside the South American nation, are eager to see the Philadelphia Eagles play their season opener in Sao Paulo, writes Olivia Reiner for The Philadelphia Inquirer.
The members’ initial reaction to the NFL’s decision to have the Eagles play in the league’s first game in South America against the Green Bay Packers was one of surprise.
According to Renan Oliveira, the New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs have among the biggest fan bases in Brazil, especially due to their sustained periods of winning.
However, the Eagles have a robust fan base in Brazil, as well.
It’s why Eagles Brasil was founded in the first place, as members of the community have shared friendships, passion, and a sensation that in Portuguese is called teto preto. In English, the translates to “black ceiling.”
The upcoming game is a huge one for the passionate Brazilian fans.
“For so many people in Brazil, this will be their Super Bowl,” said Alexandre Branco. “I mean, so many people that can’t go to a game [in the United States]. They have kids, they have families here, they have jobs, and they can’t go. So people [are] dreaming about it for their whole lives.”
Read more about Eagles Brasil and the excitement surrounding the Eagles’ season opener in The Philadelphia Inquirer.
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