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AUGUST

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2026

NILTON SANTOS STADIUM

Rio de Janeiro

AUGUST 29TH 2026

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COLLEGE FOOTBALL BRASIL

College Football Brasil will mark the first-ever American FBS college football game played in South America. The historic matchup between Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) universities North Carolina State University (NC State) and the University of Virginia (UVA) will take place on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Nilton Santos Stadium (Engenhão) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The game will showcase American college football on a global stage, bringing together student-athletes, fans, and communities across two continents.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL BRASIL

College Football Brasil will mark the first-ever American FBS college football game played in South America. The historic matchup between Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) universities North Carolina State University (NC State) and the University of Virginia (UVA) will take place on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Nilton Santos Stadium (Engenhão) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The game will showcase American college football on a global stage, bringing together student-athletes, fans, and communities across two continents.

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What is College Football Brasil?2025-11-21T18:40:14+00:00

College Football Brasil will mark the first-ever American FBS college football game played in South America. The event will showcase American college football on a global stage, bringing together student-athletes, fans, and communities across two continents.

Why the name College Football Brasil?2025-11-21T18:33:49+00:00

The name hybrid naming convention, College Football Brasil, intentionally combines English and Portuguese. “College Football” from the English language, and “Brasil,” using the native Portuguese spelling, reflects the spirit of cultural connection at the core of this event. Together, the words College Football and Brasil highlight the blend of tradition and innovation, where American football intersects with Brazilian culture, in an event that honors competition, connection, and the global reach of the game.

Wait, isn’t Brazil spelled with a z versus an s?2025-11-21T18:34:16+00:00

The native language in Brazil is Portuguese, and in Portuguese, Brazil (US) is spelled with an ‘s.’

Who created and is coordinating College Football Brasil?2025-11-30T22:29:40+00:00

College Football Brasil is powered by Athlete Advantage in partnership with Brasil Sports Business, and with the full support of the Governor of the Rio de Janeiro State, Claudio Castroand the city of Rio de Janeiro through the Mayor Eduardo Paes.

Why Rio de Janeiro?2025-11-21T18:42:01+00:00

Rio is one of the world’s premier sports cities, known for hosting the FIFA World Cup, Olympic Games, Copa America, and National Football League (NFL) games. Its world-class infrastructure, vibrant culture, and football passion make it the ideal host for this historic event. The city was selected for its international prestige, stadium quality, and ability to host large-scale events safely and efficiently.

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