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NFL Reveals Designated Home Teams For 2022 International Schedule In UK, Mexico And Germany

The National Football League announced today that the Arizona Cardinals, Green Bay Packers, Jacksonville Jaguars, New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers will play international games during the 2022 season.

The Buccaneers, two-time Super Bowl champions, will play in the NFL’s inaugural regular-season game in Munich, Germany, while the Cardinals will play in Mexico City, where they hosted the league’s first-ever regular-season game outside the United States in 2005.

The Packers will make their first international trip, becoming the 32nd NFL team to play in London since 2007. The Saints will play in the UK for the third time, having won on two previous occasions. The Jaguars have previously announced that they will play a home game at Wembley Stadium in 2022.

“We are very excited to be staging five games outside the United States in 2022, and thank the clubs for their continued commitment to growing the sport internationally,” said Peter O’Reilly, NFL Executive Vice President, Club Business and League Events. “Our fans in Germany, Mexico and the UK can look forward to seeing some of the most iconic names and biggest stars in the League and enjoying an incredible series of events.”

Last year, as part of the League’s expansion of the regular season to 17 games, it was determined that, beginning with the 2022 season, up to four of the teams from the conference whose teams were eligible for a ninth regular-season home game would instead be designated to play a neutral-site international game each year.

Designated international teams in 2022:

Country	Stadium	Team
Germany (Munich)	FC Bayern Munich Stadium	Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Mexico (Mexico City)	Estadio Azteca	Arizona Cardinals
United Kingdom (London)	Tottenham Hotspur Stadium	Green Bay Packers
United Kingdom (London)	Tottenham Hotspur Stadium	New Orleans Saints
United Kingdom (London)	Wembley Stadium	Jacksonville Jaguars

Details of the dates, matchups and kickoff times will be confirmed as part of the full 2022 schedule announcement later this year.

As previously announced, Munich and Frankfurt were chosen to stage regular-season games in Germany over the next four years. The first game will feature the Buccaneers.

“We look forward to participating in the first regular-season NFL game in Munich, Germany later this fall as part of the International Series,” said Buccaneers Owner/Co-Chairman Joel Glazer. “This historic game will play a crucial role in the NFL’s efforts to grow its international footprint while allowing us to directly engage NFL fans in Germany.”

In Mexico, the Cardinals last played at Estadio Azteca with 103,467 fans in attendance, the eighth largest crowd in NFL history.

“In 2005 when the Cardinals hosted the first NFL regular-season game played outside the United States, we experienced first-hand the extraordinary support and incredible passion of our fans in Mexico,” said Arizona Cardinals Owner Michael Bidwill. “We know that has increased exponentially in the years since and are thrilled to return to Mexico City and Estadio Azteca in 2022.”

The Packers will become the 32nd NFL team to play in London since 2007.

“The Green Bay Packers are excited to make our international debut during the 2022 season,” Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy said. “Our fans in the UK and elsewhere in Europe have been eagerly awaiting an opportunity to see the Packers play in their backyard, and we know that many of our fans in the United States will travel to London. It will be an honor to represent the NFL, as well as Green Bay and the state of Wisconsin, internationally. This will be a great opportunity to introduce the Packers, as well Green Bay and our area, to an international audience and encourage fans in the UK to visit us in person at Lambeau Field.”

The Saints will return to London to play their first game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after having played at Wembley Stadium in 2008 and 2017.

‘It’s always an honor when we are selected to play in the United Kingdom,” said New Orleans Saints Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis. “We have enjoyed successful trips in the past and look forward to representing New Orleans and our fans from around the globe. Clearly a lot goes into the planning and the logistics of a trip of that magnitude and we have already began making the necessary preparations and will continue to do so in the coming months.”

The Jacksonville Jaguars, who played at Tottenham last season, will return to Wembley Stadium for the first time since 2019, having played there for seven straight seasons.

“London has served as the Jaguars’ home away from home since 2013 but, traditionally, home field in London has meant Wembley Stadium,” said Jaguars Owner Shad Khan. “Wembley is a significant part of our identity and brand in London and throughout the UK. Most important, Wembley is where our Union Jax fans want us to play. Wembley is where our fans, including those making the trip from the US, want to be. After a three-year absence, the Jacksonville Jaguars are coming back to Wembley Stadium. We’re looking forward to the homecoming!”

“We have a great lineup of teams coming to the UK and Germany this year,” said Brett Gosper, NFL Head of Europe and UK. “Having the Packers become the 32nd team to play in London is tremendously exciting for the fans and a great sign of the League’s commitment to international games. The Saints have been long-time supporters of the UK, having volunteered to be the home team in the second year of London games in 2008, and we welcome them back. We are very excited to have a recent Super Bowl champion in the Buccaneers playing in Munich and thank them for ensuring that it will be a memorable launch of our series of games in Germany.”

First Ever IRONMAN Middle East Championship To Be Held In Israel This Year

The IRONMAN Group announced today that it will add to its 2022 IRONMAN global race calendar with the IRONMAN Israel Middle East Championship triathlon in Tiberias, Israel. This will be the first full distance IRONMAN event to take place in the Middle East and will be held on November 25, 2022.

With 75 qualifying slots available for the 2023 IRONMAN World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawai’i, the race is set to attract age group competitors, as well as elite level pros battling it out to be crowned the first ever Middle East IRONMAN Champion.

The course is fast and flat, also making it perfect for first timers or those who are going for a personal best.

Honorary President of the Middle East Championship, Sylvan Adams noted, “After the success of the IRONMAN 70.3 event last year, I am pleased to announce that the follow-up will see Israel host the full distance IRONMAN Middle East Championship in Tiberias, overlooking the spectacular and historically significant Sea of Galilee. As it is a regional championship, IRONMAN Israel will attract the finest athletes from all across our region and beyond. We are looking forward to welcoming thousands of athletes from neighboring countries to the beautiful Galilee for what will surely be an historic event.”

Course description

Starting and finishing in Tiberias, the race offers athletes a unique bucket list experience, steeped in historic and religious significance, and set against the breathtaking landscape of northern Israel.

Athletes will enjoy a warm 3.8km swim course in the Sea of Galilee with the sun rising from the east, over the Golan Heights, making it a picture-perfect setting for an unforgettable swim.

The 180km bike course, consisting of two laps, will lead athletes through the magnificent Sea of Galilee landscape, south of the city of Tiberias to Tzemach junction. From there they continue to the east and north side of the Sea of Galilee to Kfar Nahum.

Finally, athletes will run in the footsteps of ancient historical figures as they take on a fast and flat 42.2km run course, comprised of four laps. They will run along the western shore of the Sea of Galilee, from Tiberias to Migdal and eventually back towards the red carpet and onto the finish line. With multiple opportunities to spot your athlete, this course is a spectator’s dream, adding to the electric atmosphere of the race.

IRONMAN Israel Middle East Championship will take place on the same day as IRONMAN 70.3 Tiberias, which was held for the first-time last year.

Cazoo To Become New ‘Main Partner’ And ‘Shirt Sponsor’ Of Valencia CF

Valencia CF and Cazoo have signed a multi-year agreement, that will see Europe’s leading online car retailer, which makes buying a used car as simple and seamless as ordering any other product online, become Main Partner and Shirt Sponsor of the club from the start of next season. From July 1st, 2022, Cazoo branding will feature on the front of the Valencia CF men and women’s shirts and throughout the Mestalla Stadium, obtaining significant visibility on televised football coverage on matchdays and on all digital platforms.

Cazoo currently sponsors other clubs such as Everton and Aston Villa in the Premier League and this deal will form part of an extensive marketing campaign by Cazoo when it launches in Spain in the first half of 2022 as it continues to rollout across Europe, following its recent launches in both France and Germany and its acquisition of Barcelona-based Swipcar.

Cazoo owns and reconditions its cars to the highest standard before offering them for delivery in just a few days and has thousands of cars available at any time. With customers able to purchase a car entirely online and have it delivered directly to their door, Cazoo has been referred to as the ‘Amazon of the used car market’.

Cazoo was founded in 2018 by renowned British entrepreneur Alex Chesterman and has already sold over 50,000 cars in the UK since its launch as consumers have embraced the selection, value, transparency and convenience of buying used cars fully online.

Cazoo has grown its team to over 4,000 across the UK, France, Germany, Spain and Portugal, and has been one of the fastest growing businesses in Europe. Over the past two years, it has been pioneering the shift to online car buying, and recently listing on the NYSE in August 2020, and has raised over $1.4bn to build out its brand and infrastructure as it looks to continue to transform the car buying and selling experience across the UK and Europe.

Alex Chesterman, Founder & CEO of Cazoo:

“We are very excited to be partnering with Valencia CF. We have been in talks with the club for a few months, and we’re pleased to be able to announce the partnership with such an historic club. They have a very passionate supporter base and following across Spain and have had great success in Europe and we are looking forward to engaging with the fans and local community to deliver the best car buying experience in Spain in 2022.”

Anil Murthy, President of Valencia CF:

“We are looking forward to partnering with Cazoo next season. Valencia CF will bring Cazoo to a large audience in Spain and beyond. This agreement positions Valencia CF even more as an international club that is attractive for big brands. We look forward to this exciting journey together.”

beIN SPORTS Agrees Rights To The Vitality Women’s FA Cup In MENA

beIN SPORTS (“beIN”) will show the Vitality Women’s FA Cup for the remainder of the 2021/22 season in 24 countries across the Middle East & North Africa (MENA). The agreement with The FA will cover all remaining matches this season including live coverage of selected Quarter Final’s, both Semi Finals and the showpiece final at Wembley Stadium on 15 May.

beIN SPORTS coverage of the competition will start with this weekend’s clash between Liverpool and Arsenal, which kicks off at noon local time / 3pm Doha on Sunday 27 February. beIN SPORTS will broadcast the competition in Arabic and English further showing its commitment to boost viewership of women’s sport, through the beINSPIRED initiative.

The beINSPIRED project’s objective is to elevate the profile of under-represented sports globally and recognise the value that all sports, and women’s sport in particular, play in the international sports eco-system.

Commenting on the announcement, Richard Verow, Chief Sports Officer of beIN MEDIA GROUP said: “We are delighted to showcase the Vitality Women’s FA Cup on our channels in the MENA region, in line with our commitment to give maximum exposure to female athletes and talent – both on and off screen – and inspiring the next generation of athletes and fans.”

beIN now holds one of the largest portfolios of women’s sports rights in global broadcasting. In 2021, beIN SPORTS was the official broadcaster of the UEFA Women’s Champions League; CAF Women’s Champions League; the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics, Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, Paris 2024 Summer Olympics; every women’s tennis Grand Slam (Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon & the US Open) all across the MENA region; the WTA Tour, Billie Jean King Cup 2021 – the World Cup of Women’s Tennis – in Australia, France and MENA; the W Series in the US, Canada and MENA, a range of Paris Saint-Germain Féminine games in various markets; as well as key women’s events from handball, basketball, swimming and much, much more.

beIN SPORTS is also gearing up to broadcast the knockout stages of the UEFA Women’s Champions League in the coming months as the road to the Juventus Stadium on May 22 draws ever closer. beIN viewers will also enjoy the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022, displaying the best of European club and international football to beIN SPORTS viewers in MENA this summer.

Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix Announces Founding Partnership With Red Bull

South Florida Motorsports (SFM), have today announced a multi-year Founding Partnership with Red Bull for the Formula 1® Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix. The partnership will extend Red Bull’s presence at the event, which will be held for the first time on May 6-8, 2022.

The Founding Partnership between the two entities speaks to their shared commitment to Formula 1® and growing fandom both locally in the South Florida area and nationally in the U.S. Red Bull aspires to create unique experiences that will bring fans closer than ever to Oracle Red Bull Racing, Scuderia AlphaTauri and the sport in general. This will include numerous activations and hospitality opportunities around the Miami International Autodrome campus, allowing for new fans to learn about and engage with the sport.

“Red Bull’s commitment to Formula 1 is absolute, in the form of its championship-winning Oracle Red Bull Racing team and sister Scuderia AlphaTauri team. It has also created a staircase of young talent to the top of the sport for drivers including champions like Max Verstappen and Sebastian Vettel. We’re proud Red Bull has decided to commit to partnering with our event as a key element of its US and global brand activity.” said Jeremy Walls, Senior Vice President, Chief Revenue Officer of Hard Rock Stadium & Formula 1® Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix.

As part of the partnership, The Red Bull Energy Station – a custom, Miami-themed hospitality environment -will be constructed at Turn 11 of the unique 5.41km Miami International Autodrome, which is being built entirely within the Hard Rock Stadium campus. It will provide a unique and exciting experience of the world’s biggest annual sporting series via a trackside viewing platform.

The Austrian energy drink brand is synonymous with world class motorsport. Its team, Oracle Red Bull Racing, recently claimed the 2021 Formula 1® Drivers’ World Championship with Max Verstappen, who won 10 races during the 22-race season. In total, Oracle Red Bull Racing has achieved four constructors’ championship titles and five drivers’ crowns since it was formed in 2006.

British Sailing Team Renews Contract With Musto

Performance clothing brand Musto today announced the renewal of their long-standing commitment to the British Sailing Team as Official Clothing Supplier. Governed by the Royal Yachting Association, the British Sailing Team supports nearly 60 elite sailors on their performance pathway to compete at the very highest level of the sport.

Musto’s Olympic heritage can be traced all the way back to the 1964 Olympic Games when founder Keith Musto won the silver medal in the Flying Dutchman class. Ever since, the brand has continued to deliver race-winning performance and weather protection apparel.

Nick Houchin, Musto’s Head of Marketing commented: “We are proud to continue our relationship with the British Sailing Team. The four year partnership enables us to build upon our close relationship with the team, working directly with the sailors in the development of our high-performance dinghy sailing gear. We are engaging with the global sailing community from grassroots to Olympic level through our partnership with the international federation, World Sailing, and Musto’s support of the British Sailing Team is our commitment to inspiring current and future Olympic hopefuls on a national level.”

Musto first partnered with the British Sailing Team in 2009 and has been the team’s clothing supplier of choice for over a decade. Since renewing the partnership in 2017, Musto and the British Sailing Team have continued to combine their knowledge and expertise to ensure athletes are kitted out in the highest level of performance dinghy gear including the Sunblock Dynamic and Flexlite Vapour range.

“It’s really important to have the right kit in order to perform at our best, day in and day out,” commented Anna Burnet, Nacra 17, who raced alongside her partner, John Gimson, to secure Silver at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games. “Musto worked with us to fully understand our requirements and have produced durable, flexible clothing that provides us with a level of protection like no other. The brand helps the British Sailing Team achieve those marginal gains so vital in securing a podium spot in each race.”

The British Sailing Team was instrumental in developing Musto’s new Spring Summer 2022 dinghy collection, offering feedback to Musto’s designers over a three year period, culminating in an updated Flexlite Alumin product family.

Ian Walker MBE, RYA Director of Racing, a double Silver Olympic medallist and Volvo Ocean Race winner, knows all too well the importance of quality clothing when pushing the limits of performance.

“Musto is the ‘go to’ brand globally across all types of sailing, from high performance to recreational, dinghy to offshore,” Walker commented. “The British Sailing Team aims to be the world’s best both on and off the water. Musto’s peerless knowledge and expertise will be invaluable as the British Sailing Team seek to further their dominance in Olympic class sailing. As the British Sailing Team continues to lead and inspire future generations of athletes, we work with Musto to help our sailors gain the inside edge over their rivals through innovative development from the world’s most trusted sailing brand.”

Musto also announced a ‘Lifestyle Ambassador’ partnership with leading British pro kiteboarder, Tom Court. Aged 30, Tom learnt to windsurf at an early age before turning his attention to kitesurfing in 1999. Ever since, he has been an enthusiastic kiter and quickly made his mark on the PKRA Kiteboarding world tour after winning the UK under 18s championship in his first year of competition. Tom is an International rider for Boards & More (Duotone) and is well known for his powerful riding style. Tom will be wearing Musto’s Marina and Evolution collections and showcasing the kit in action as he competes around the world.

SportAccord Cancels Russian Summit As Events Look Elsewhere

The SportAccord Executive Committee met today and unanimously decided to cancel the SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit, 15-20 May 2022 in Ekaterinburg, Russia.

Many other federations and events are also looking at taking their events away from Russia, with the IOC even urging federations to move events away from the country.

The International Canoe Federation will hold talks with all stakeholders with a view to relocating canoe events planned for Russia this year, and to follow the IOC recommendations in terms of using flags and anthem.

ICF President Thomas Konietzko pledged the support of the international paddling community to the Ukrainian canoeing family during a telephone conversation with Ukraine Canoe Federation President, Igor Slivinsky, on Friday morning.

IFSC SUSPENDS WORLD CUP IN MOSCOW

Following a series of consultative meetings with different stakeholders today, the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) decided to suspend the IFSC Boulder and Speed World Cup scheduled for 1 to 3 April 2022 in Moscow.

World Curling Federation remove European Curling Championships 2022 from Russia

Perth, Scotland – After an emergency convening of the World Curling Federation Board, a decision was made to remove the hosting of the European Curling Championships 2022 from the Russian city of Perm.

Caesars Sportsbook Teams Up with the Cleveland Cavaliers Ahead of Sports Betting’s Launch in Ohio

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) today announced a multi-year partnership with the Cleveland Cavaliers to make Caesars Sportsbook an “Official Sports Betting Partner” and Caesars Entertainment the “Official Casino Partner” of the team. This partnership includes plans to open a best-in-class retail sportsbook on the street level inside the northwest atrium area of the team’s home venue, Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

“We’re ready to welcome Ohio sports fans into the Caesars Sportsbook Empire, while also making history with our second sportsbook at an NBA arena,” said Chris Holdren, Co-President of Caesars Digital. “Building upon our already established roots with Scioto Downs in Columbus, we’re excited to announce our partnership with the Cavaliers at an exciting time in their franchise’s history. As we prepare to launch sports betting in Ohio later this year, this wide-ranging partnership enables us to connect with the Cavs passionate and highly engaged fanbase. Caesars Sportsbook at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse will be a first-class venue providing an exciting atmosphere for sports betting and more.”

Caesars Sportsbook at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse will have betting windows for cash wagering and combine custom VIP and hospitality experiences for Caesars Rewards members, along with on-site activations throughout the year. The approximately 10,355 square foot venue will feature a full-service bar and VIP lounge, an extensive menu, and wall-to-wall TV’s. The costs of these improvements will be paid for entirely by the Cavaliers and Caesars.

With construction starting soon, Caesars Sportsbook will be located on the street level inside the northwest atrium of the venue near the intersection of Huron Road and Ontario Street. The Sportsbook will be open year-round on both event and non-event days for both eligible fans with tickets to events and those without tickets who want to place wagers. Caesars Sportsbook at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse is expected to be open by the end of 2022, subject to regulatory and other necessary approvals and further details and renderings will be announced at a later time.

In addition, Caesars Sportsbook gains access to the use of official Cleveland Cavaliers logos and marks, broadcast and digital content across Cavs properties, as well as TV-visible in-game signage.

Caesars Sportsbook made sports history with the first-ever sportsbook at a professional sports venue in May of 2021 at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C. and will soon be opening its doors to another Caesars Sportsbook at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona through a partnership with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

When mobile sports betting goes live in Ohio, sports fans will be able to download the Caesars Sportsbook app to make a bet anywhere in the Buckeye State. Caesars Sportsbook will have mobile market access via the Caesars Entertainment-owned Eldorado Gaming Scioto Downs Casino in Columbus. Caesars Sportsbook players can also earn Tier Credits and Reward Credits through the industry-leading customer loyalty program, Caesars Rewards, to unlock emperor-worthy experiences within the Caesars portfolio of properties and partnerships, including access to a wide range of hospitality assets and VIP experiences with the Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse.

Floki Spearheads Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN’s Crypto Charge

Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN is welcoming crypto meme coin Flokias a partner for the 2022 Formula One season. The deal, which will see Floki’s distinctive branding feature on the rear wing endplates of the C42 cars of Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu, will also see Floki partner Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN Esports.

The new partnership will expand Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN’s presence in the world of decentralised finance, one of the fastest growing markets worldwide, while also continuing Floki’spromotional efforts that have seen the brand advertised in mainstream media, international transport networks, and some of the world’s top football clubs.

Frédéric Vasseur, Team Principal of Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN:

“Crypto and decentralised finance are some of the latest markets that have garnered attention in recent years, and they represent a huge potential area to grow business. We are proud to partner with Floki, one of the most innovative and engaging companies within this sector, for the 2022 season. Like Floki, we are innovators and we believe there can be a lot of overlap between our companies when it comes to principles and best practices, something we are very keen to explore.”

A spokesman for Floki commented:

“Alfa Romeo and Sauber Motorsport are iconic names in world of motorsport. With Guanyu Zhou making his Formula 1 debut in 2022 as the first ever Chinese driver in Formula One, alongside Valtteri Bottas, it is going to be an amazing season and Floki is proud to be a part of this historic moment. Both Alfa Romeo F1 Team ORLEN and Flokiare committed to the pursuit of excellence that leads us to proudly partner with the team during the 2022 Formula 1 season.”

NHL, NHLPA, TikTok Announce Partnership

Today, the National Hockey League (NHL), the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) and TikTok announced a new partnership to deliver original content and unique experiences to TikTok’s global community. The partnership will come to life in several ways, including in-ice branding and the introduction of the TikTok Tailgate Stage at two upcoming marquee outdoor NHL events – the 2022 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series™ on Feb. 26 in Nashville, Tenn. and the 2022 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic™ on March 13 in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada – featuring performances by some of the TikTok community’s favorite artists.

The NHL and TikTok will work together to deliver exclusive content, including player fashion interviews, “Who Wore It Best” and “Get Dressed with the Best” segments, and other programming designed to showcase player personalities and personal styles.

“TikTok is an extremely influential entertainment platform with a growing audience of Gen Z users,” said Heidi Browning, NHL Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer. “While highlights are among our most engaging content, through this partnership, we hope to reach the broader TikTok community with exclusive content that captures the amazing fan experience at NHL games and tentpole events, player lifestyle videos, and concerts and global livestreams.”

With 12.2 billion global views, it’s undeniable that TikTok loves #Hockey. The @NHL on TikTok has steadily grown its account to 1.7 million followers, and team accounts on the platform have amassed more than 546 million views around the world. Content like trick shots, behind the scenes and off-the-rink activities, and anything to do with sports and pets are favorites of the community.

“As the digital media landscape has continued to grow and evolve, it’s clear that TikTok has established itself as a premiere platform to connect with fans around the world,” said Mathieu Schneider, NHLPA Special Assistant to the Executive Director. “We are excited to help showcase the style, interests and engaging personalities of our Players to a large and diverse audience through this exciting partnership.”

Music and entertainment are key components to the partnership, with the NHL and TikTok collaborating on musical artists for tentpole NHL events, including the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs, NHL Stadium Series™ and the 2022 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic™.

Some of the TikTok community’s favorite artists will perform at the TikTok Tailgate Stage, which will become a signature feature of the partnership. Country music star Walker Hayes, who made noise on TikTok last year with his smash hit “Fancy Like,” will kick off the music collaboration with a pre-game show at the 2022 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series on Feb. 26. Propelled by the TikTok community, Hayes’ “Fancy Like” became the biggest country song of 2021 after making a TikTok with his daughter. The original video has now racked up over 32 million views, with “Fancy Like” topping multiple sales and streaming charts, reaching #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and garnering Walker Hayes his first-ever GRAMMY Award nomination as an artist for Best Country Song. His performance will be exclusively livestreamed on the @NHL’s TikTok account on Feb. 26 at 5:30pm ET/2:30pm PT for music and hockey fans globally.

“Sports content is evolving; fans on TikTok want to see an authentic and multi-dimensional side of the athletes, leagues, teams, and games they love,” said Daniel Habashi, GM, TikTok Canada “We’re lucky to work with partners like the NHL and NHLPA who recognize this and want to bring music and fashion into the fold – two verticals that are both integral to TikTok and extremely popular with our global community.”

The Nashville Predators will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning outdoors in the 2022 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series™ at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on Feb. 26, at 7:30 p.m. ET / 6:30 p.m. CT. The game will be broadcast live on TNT, SN360, and TVA Sports.

The 2022 Tim Hortons NHL Heritage Classic™ outdoor game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Buffalo Sabres at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, Ont., on Sunday, March 13, at 4 p.m. ET will be broadcast live on TNT, Sportsnet and TVA Sports.