Baltimore Ravens to Face Dallas Cowboys in Brazil During 2026 NFL Season The Baltimore Ravens are set to play a regular-season game in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, during the 2026 NFL season, marking the team’s third international matchup in league history. According to sources cited by The Baltimore Banner, the Ravens will take on the Dallas Cowboys at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro during the third week of the 2026 schedule. The Cowboys will serve as the designated home team for this game, which will be the first time the stadium hosts an NFL contest. This game follows the Ravens’ previous international appearances, both held in London. In 2017, the Ravens lost to the Jacksonville Jaguars with a score of 44-7, and in 2023, they defeated the Tennessee Titans 24-16. The decision to host the 2026 game in Brazil was influenced by the Ravens’ inability to host the international matchup in 2025 due to the nearly $500 million renovation project at M&T Bank Stadium. The NFL has allowed teams to retain their full slate of home games even during stadium remodeling or construction, a policy that enabled the Ravens to proceed with the 2026 schedule. The 2026 NFL season schedule is expected to be officially released in May, though the specifics of the Ravens’ game in Brazil have already been confirmed. This move represents a significant step for the league’s expansion into international markets, with Brazil joining the United Kingdom as a host country for regular-season games. The game at Maracana Stadium, one of the most iconic venues in South America, is anticipated to draw substantial fan interest and media attention. Beyond the international game, the Ravens’ offseason activities have been marked by significant changes.#baltimore_ravens #john_harbaugh #dallas_cowboys #rio_de_janeiro #maracana_stadium
