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From the World Cup to Frank Sinatra, the stadium for NFL's first Rio game has rich history
The 78,000-seat venue has hosted World Cup finals, Olympic matches and major concerts, and some tickets remain for Sunday’s debut game, officials said.
- On Sunday, the Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys will play the NFL's first game in Rio at the 78,000-seat Maracanã Stadium, one of a record nine international contests on the league schedule.
- Built for the 1950 World Cup, the Maracanã Stadium is a revered soccer venue that has hosted two World Cup championship games and Olympic gold medal matches, with locals nicknaming it 'the Maraca.'
- The iconic venue previously hosted Frank Sinatra in 1980 and Pope John Paul II in 1980 and 1997, where Fluminense fans still sing 'Bless us, John of God' during their most hotly contested matches.
- Business consultant Rafael Salies, a local Miami Dolphins fan, called $100 tickets pricey for the event, expecting a unique atmosphere as the massive stadium may appear empty in some sections.
- Luis Martinez, general manager of NFL Brazil, told The Associated Press that hosting at the Maracanã 'reinforces our commitment to Brazil' and capitalizes on Rio's appeal to locals, Brazilians, and international visitors.
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The stadium hosting the NFL's first Rio game has a rich history, including World Cup title
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From the World Cup to Frank Sinatra, the stadium for NFL's first Rio game has rich history
Maracana Stadium, built for the 1950 World Cup, has hosted championship matches, Frank Sinatra and Pope John Paul II as part of a storied history.
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