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Baltimore Ravens defeat Dallas Cowboys in historic NFL Rio debut
The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Dallas Cowboys 34-31 in the first NFL game held in Rio de Janeiro at the Maracanã stadium. The match, which drew a crowd of 72,792 spectators, was decided in the final second when kicker Tyler Loop converted a 56-yard field goal following a clutch pass from Lamar Jackson to Zay Flowers.
The event marked a significant milestone for the NFL's international expansion in Brazil, attracting fans from 67 different countries. The game also saw high local economic impact, with hotel occupancy in Rio reaching 77.90% over the weekend.
In addition to the on-field action, Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. attended the game. During his visit to the stadium, he expressed his support for the Flamengo football club, stating, “No Rio, eu sou Mengão.”
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Baltimore Ravens · Dallas Cowboys · Lamar Jackson · Maracanã · Maracanã Stadium · Tyler Loop