JOHANNESBURG, September 4, 2024: ESPN viewers across Africa can look forward to the upcoming start of the new National Football League (NFL) season. On Friday, September 6, 2024, ESPN will broadcast four live games, highlights and studio programs each week during regular programming hours, ensuring no moment of football action is missed.
The season promises to be an exciting journey as teams compete for 18 action-packed weeks leading up to the highly anticipated Super Bowl in February 2025. This year’s Super Bowl will pit the Eastern Conference and Western Conference champions against each other in New Orleans and is undoubtedly one of the most thrilling live sporting events on the global calendar.
Make a note of the first games of the season:
- Friday, September 6, 2024, 2:20 a.m.: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Baltimore Ravens
- Saturday, September 7, 2024, 2:15 a.m.: Philadelphia Eagles vs. Green Bay Packers
- Sunday, September 8, 2024, 7:00 p.m.: New Orleans Saints vs. Carolina Panthers
- Sunday, September 8, 2024, 7:00 p.m.: New York Giants vs. Minnesota Vikings
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As reigning champions in two consecutive years Kansas City Chiefsled by indomitable quarterback Patrick Mahomes, are seeking a historic three-game winning streak. Can they rise to the challenge again and cement their dynasty?
In addition to the NFL, ESPN Africa continues to deliver the best of international sport, with an incredible offering including the NBA, European football (with leagues such as Eredivisie, Jupiler Pro League, Scottish Premiership and others), NWSL, American Major League Cricket, 30 for 30 Sports documentaries and much more.
Kyle De Klerk, Sports Director at The Walt Disney Company Africa, shared his excitement: “As the home of US sports on the continent, ESPN will be the premier destination for what is expected to be a highly competitive and memorable NFL season, broadcasting the action and stories of American football’s superstar teams and icons across Africa.”
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