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Fireworks, 2 anthems and a full house: Bills beat Lions in 1st regular-season game at new stadium

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The Buffalo Bills defeated the Detroit Lions 41-31 on Thursday night in the first regular-season game held at the newly constructed $2.2 billion Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. The event featured a capacity crowd, fireworks, and two national anthems to commemorate the venue's opening.

Bills quarterback Josh Allen led the team's offensive effort by passing for 248 yards and three touchdowns. For rookie coach Joe Brady, the victory served as both a successful debut at the new facility and a demonstration of his team's performance capabilities.

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WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US) Focuses on the stadium atmosphere and the coach's perspective
Japan Times (JP) Focuses on the quarterback's performance and the stadium's cost
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