The NFL is kicking off its 2025 season with a special game in São Paulo, Brazil. The Kansas City Chiefs will play the Los Angeles Chargers. This is the first NFL international game of the season. It is also the first game that will be streamed only on YouTube.
Latin music star Karol G will perform at halftime, bringing excitement to the event. Karol G’s real name is Carolina Giraldo Navarro. She has won a Grammy and has over 30 billion views on YouTube. Her music mixes reggaeton, Latin pop, cumbia, and salsa. She connects with fans all over the world. “I am excited to perform at the NFL’s first YouTube broadcast,” she said. “Sharing my Latin culture here means a lot to me.”
La increíble presentación de Karol G en el espectáculo de medio tiempo del partido de la NFL en Brasil 🇧🇷📍#NFL #Halftime #KAROLG pic.twitter.com/nQU6oWDEN1
— KAROL G ECUADOR 🇪🇨 (@FCGPOWERECU) September 6, 2025Karol G’s album, Tropicoqueta, released in June 2025, reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Top Latin Albums and No. 3 on the Billboard 200. It was the biggest streaming debut for any Latin female artist this year. Her halftime show will celebrate Latin heritage.
The event also features Brazilian singer Ana Castela singing the Brazilian anthem. American jazz musician Kamasi Washington will perform the U.S. anthem. This mix blends different musical styles.
The game will star quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his Chiefs team against Justin Herbert and the Chargers. Kansas City lost receiver Rashee Rice due to a suspension, so they will rely on Xavier Worthy, JuJu Smith-Schuster, and Travis Kelce. The Chargers have strong players like Ladd McConkey, Khalil Mack, and Derwin James. They want to turn regular-season wins into playoff success. The Chiefs have often beaten the Chargers in past games.
This NFL opener in Brazil, featuring Karol G’s performance and YouTube streaming, is a bold move for football worldwide. The Chiefs vs. Chargers game promises an exciting start to the new season.
