In a groundbreaking event for both Brazilian and American sports fans, the NFL has announced that global sensation Anitta will headline the halftime show at the first-ever American football game held in South America. This historic matchup will see the Green Bay Packers go head-to-head with the Philadelphia Eagles at São Paulo's Corinthians Arena on Friday, September 6.

Anitta, renowned for her electrifying performances and dynamic presence, is set to bring Brazilian flair to the NFL stage. The show will coincide with the release of her eagerly awaited album, Funk Generation, promising an added layer of excitement to her performance. 

"Growing up in Brazil has profoundly shaped my journey as an artist and as an individual," Anitta shared in a statement. "Performing in São Paulo at the inaugural NFL game in Brazil is a dream come true. I am thrilled to share the vibrant energy and joy of our culture with fans from around the globe." 

The halftime performance will be streamed live worldwide on the NFL Network, with local broadcasts in Brazil also featuring Anitta's show. U.S. viewers can catch highlights on Peacock, and the complete performance will be available on the NFL's YouTube channel following the game. 

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The pre-game festivities will feature CAROLA, a prominent Brazilian electronic music artist, and Luísa Sonza will perform the Brazilian National Anthem. Additionally, Zeeba, a singer with both American and Brazilian roots, will present the U.S. National Anthem. Both anthems will be performed with the accompaniment of joint armed forces honor guards, celebrating the bicentennial of diplomatic relations between Brazil and the United States. 

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Adding to the excitement, an exclusive collaboration between the NFL and Anitta will kick off on September 1. This partnership will unveil a fashion line inspired by the artist, available at the NFL Shop at Morumbi Shopping and at the Corinthians Arena on game day. 

This landmark event not only represents a significant moment in NFL history but also highlights Anitta's rising influence in the global music scene. Fans in Brazil and across the world are eagerly anticipating a memorable spectacle that will merge the intensity of American football with the rich vibrancy of Brazilian culture.