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NFL Monitoring Playing Surface in Rio

Updated 2026-09-25 18:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

The NFL and the NFL Players Association are closely monitoring the playing surface at Maracanã Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Field experts have been on-site for several days to ensure conditions meet safety standards.

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NFL, NFLPA continue to monitor field conditions in Rio

Field experts for the NFL and the NFL Players Association have been in Brazil for days to monitor the playing surface at Maracanã Stadium, NFLPA executive director JC Tretter said in a lengthy statement on Friday.

2026-09-25 19:43 UTC