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September 2025 Sports Calendar Is Powered by Latin Pride
September 2025 promises to be a month where the pulse of global sports beats with a Latin rhythm. Across Formula 1 circuits, World Cup qualifiers, and the NFL’s international expansion, Latino athletes and nations are shaping some of the most exciting moments of the sporting calendar.
Formula 1: Latino Talent on the Fast Track
The Formula 1 season continues with the Italian Grand Prix at Monza (September 4–8) and the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku (September 19–21).
For Latin America, the spotlight shines on two rising stars:
Franco Colapinto (Argentina, Alpine): At 22, Colapinto is steadily making his mark in F1. Returning full-time this season with Alpine after debuting with Williams in 2024, he has battled through tough circuits like Monaco, Barcelona, and Austria. His resilience and growth make him one of Argentina’s brightest sporting hopes.
Gabriel Bortoleto (Brazil, Kick Sauber): After his 2023 Formula 3 championship and a strong 2024 in Formula 2, Bortoleto’s F1 debut has been impressive. With points finishes in Austria (8th), Belgium (9th), and Hungary (6th), he has quickly earned respect and is positioning himself as Brazil’s next motorsport icon.
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World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: September Deciders
This month also brings high-stakes action in the journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. With Mexico, the U.S., Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Iran, Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador, Uzbekistan, South Korea, Jordan, and Australia already qualified, September’s matches will define the path for others.
CONMEBOL (South America)
Matchday 17 – Thursday, September 4
Uruguay vs. Peru
Colombia vs. Bolivia
Paraguay vs. Ecuador
Argentina vs. Venezuela
Brazil vs. Chile
Matchday 18 – Tuesday, September 9
Ecuador vs. Argentina
Peru vs. Paraguay
Venezuela vs. Colombia
Bolivia vs. Brazil
Chile vs. Uruguay
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CONCACAF (North & Central America, Caribbean)
Thursday, September 4
Suriname vs. Panama
Guatemala vs. El Salvador
Friday, September 5
Bermuda vs. Jamaica
Haiti vs. Honduras
Trinidad & Tobago vs. Curaçao
Nicaragua vs. Costa Rica
Monday, September 8
El Salvador vs. Suriname
Panama vs. Guatemala
Tuesday, September 9
Curaçao vs. Bermuda
Jamaica vs. Trinidad & Tobago
Costa Rica vs. Haiti
Honduras vs. Nicaragua
NFL: Latin America on the Gridiron
The NFL’s 106th season begins with unprecedented international reach, and Latin America is at the heart of it.
NFL São Paulo Game (September 5): The Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers face off at Neo Química Arena, São Paulo. It is the NFL’s first regular-season game in Brazil, a landmark moment for the league and a celebration for Brazilian fans.
NFL Dublin Game (September 28): Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park, Dublin, marking the NFL’s debut in Ireland.
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Latino players continue to shine in the NFL spotlight
Fred Warner (49ers): With Mexican and Panamanian roots, Warner is one of the best linebackers in the league.
Isiah Pacheco (Chiefs): The Puerto Rican–Dominican running back aims to cement his role as Kansas City’s lead RB.
Christian González (Patriots): The Colombian-American cornerback is emerging as a defensive star.
Alijah Vera-Tucker (Jets), Cesar Ruiz (Saints), Steve Avila (Rams) are key linemen representing Mexican, Dominican, and Puerto Rican heritage, while Joe Cardona and Hogan Hatten are specialists proudly carrying Latino roots across kicking and punting units. And of course, Latino excellence extends to special teams, where players like Cairo Santos (Bears, Brazil), Rigoberto Sánchez (Colts, Mexico), Matt Araiza (Chiefs, Mexico), and Corey Bojorquez (Browns, Mexico) carry on a tradition of strong kicking and punting talent.
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Beyond them, other Latinos are leaving their mark across the league:
Jose Ramirez (Detroit Lions): The edge rusher with Dominican heritage is carving out a role as a rotational pass rusher, bringing speed and explosiveness.
Chris Olave (New Orleans Saints): The wide receiver of Cuban descent is already a franchise cornerstone, racking up over 1,000 yards in back-to-back seasons and on track to become one of the best in his position
Bryce Young (Carolina Panthers): Though often identified simply as American, the quarterback has Honduran roots through his maternal side and carries immense potential as he leads Carolina’s rebuild.
Dave Canales (Carolina Panthers Head Coach): Of Mexican descent, Canales is one of the few Latino head coaches in NFL history. His rise from coordinator to head coach represents a landmark for representation on the sidelines.
Nick Bonitto (Denver Broncos): With Cuban heritage, the linebacker has become a disruptive force on defense, building on a breakout 2024 season.
Julian Love (Seattle Seahawks): With Puerto Rican roots, the versatile safety has emerged as a leader in the secondary, valued for both his playmaking and consistency.
Whether in the roar of Monza’s engines, the drama of World Cup qualifiers, or the spectacle of NFL football in São Paulo, September 2025 showcases how Latino athletes and nations are central to the world’s most celebrated sporting moments. With pride, resilience, and passion, Latin America is not just participating, it is leading.
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