The game also took a worrying turn for the Packers as quarterback Jordan Love left the field with a lower leg injury, just six seconds before the final whistle. Replays indicated his knee may have buckled during a tackle.
In addition to Barkley’s performance, A.J. Brown added a touchdown in what was a historic moment for the NFL—the league’s first-ever game in South America.
Although Eagles coach Nick Sirianni’s team struggled last season, they showed resilience. However, some fans expressed concerns about Cam Jurgens, Kelce’s replacement, who mishandled a snap early on, leading to a Packers turnover. This prompted calls for Kelce to return from retirement, although the veteran voiced support for Jurgens on social media during the game.
The match was also marked by controversy as Eagles cornerback Darius Slay was jeered by the crowd, following comments about Brazil’s crime rate, for which he later apologized. Despite the hostile atmosphere, Barkley rushed for 109 yards, while Jalen Hurts threw for 278 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions.
