NILTON
SANTOS
STADIUM
Rio de Janeiro
AUGUST
29TH
2026
NILTON SANTOS STADIUM
Rio de Janeiro
AUGUST 29TH 2026
COLLEGE FOOTBALL BRASIL & NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY
McMurray Family Director of Athletics at NC State, Boo Corrigan, said the program is honored to be a part of college football history. “We’re excited about the opportunity to play a game in a beautiful, world-renowned city like Rio de Janeiro and to bring American football to another continent. It’s definitely a unique situation to play a road game versus Virginia in Brazil, but it should be an unforgettable experience.”
COLLEGE FOOTBALL BRASIL & NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY
McMurray Family Director of Athletics at NC State, Boo Corrigan, said the program is honored to be a part of college football history. “We’re excited about the opportunity to play a game in a beautiful, world-renowned city like Rio de Janeiro and to bring American football to another continent. It’s definitely a unique situation to play a road game versus Virginia in Brazil, but it should be an unforgettable experience.”
The ULTIMATE Fan Experience!
The ULTIMATE Fan Experience!
PREMIUM HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Av. Atlântica, 1020 – Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 22010-000, Brazil
This stylish 5-star Hilton property puts you steps from Rio’s legendary shoreline, where panoramic ocean views greet you each morning and the rhythm of the city pulses just beyond your door. Guests enjoy spacious, contemporary rooms (many with sweeping sea vistas), exceptional on-site dining, and a wellness spa for total relaxation. Lounge by one of the outdoor pools overlooking the beach, sip cocktails at a rooftop bar, or stroll the famed boardwalk at sunset. With free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, concierge service, and coveted location near top attractions, this hotel delivers both comfort and convenience.
Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Av. Atlântica, 1020 – Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 22010-000, Brazil
This stylish 5-star Hilton property puts you steps from Rio’s legendary shoreline, where panoramic ocean views greet you each morning and the rhythm of the city pulses just beyond your door. Guests enjoy spacious, contemporary rooms (many with sweeping sea vistas), exceptional on-site dining, and a wellness spa for total relaxation. Lounge by one of the outdoor pools overlooking the beach, sip cocktails at a rooftop bar, or stroll the famed boardwalk at sunset. With free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, concierge service, and coveted location near top attractions, this hotel delivers both comfort and convenience.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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.
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.
The native language in Brazil is Portuguese, and in Portuguese, Brazil (US) is spelled with an ‘s.’
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 Castro, and the city of Rio de Janeiro through the Mayor Eduardo Paes.
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.
