Fans blast NFL over field conditions in Brazil as Packers, Eagles slip all over turf

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Several concerns had come up heading into the NFL’s first international game of the 2024 season, but slippery field conditions weren't at the top of the list. 

The Philadelphia Eagles played host to the Green Bay Packers at Neo Quimica Arena in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on Friday night. Several players voiced their concerns about safety in the lead up to the game, but by kickoff, the biggest threat appeared to be the field. 

Players on both sides slipped on most of the early drives, and it continued through the first half. 

Star running back Saquon Barkley, making his debut for the Eagles, suffered a major mishap on his first carry for Philadelphia and slipped for a five-yard loss. He eventually caught his footing and scored two touchdowns for Philly – hauling in an 18-yard pass from Jalen Hurts for his first score since parting ways with the New York Giants. 

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Neo Quimica Arena before an NFL football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers, Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, in Sao Paulo.  (AP Photo/Andre Penner)

The Packers had their fair share of missed tackles thanks to the slippery conditions. 

Quarterback Jordan Love narrowly avoided disaster with just over five minutes remaining in the first half when he slipped on 1st and 10 and was nearly picked off after throwing the ball to avoid a sack. 

DeVonta Smith #6 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs after a catch during the first quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Arena Corinthians on September 6, 2024 in Sao Paulo, Brazil.  (Pedro Vilela/Pedro Vilela)

Fans at home appeared just as displeased with the conditions on the