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The NFL is significantly expanding its international presence in 2025 by introducing seven matchups across new locations, including Ireland, Germany, and Spain. This ambitious plan includes historic games such as the first NFL regular-season game in Ireland and a matchup in Spain. The league aims to engage a broader audience globally, with a clear commitment to enhancing the sport’s popularity and fostering year-round engagement in international markets. Tickets for these games are expected to be available during the summer, encouraging fans to participate in this exciting expansion.
Atlanta, GA – The NFL is set to expand its international games to a record seven matchups in 2025, marking a significant milestone in its global outreach. The upcoming schedule features games in new locations, including Ireland, Germany, and Spain, enhancing opportunities for international engagement.
Among the notable matchups, the Kansas City Chiefs will face off against the Los Angeles Chargers in São Paulo, Brazil, on September 5. This game underscores the NFL’s commitment to maintaining a presence in South America. The schedule will also introduce the first-ever NFL regular-season game in Ireland when the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park in Dublin on September 28.
The Minnesota Vikings will continue their international journey with a matchup against the Cleveland Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England, on October 5. This game marks the Vikings’ second consecutive international appearance. Additional London games include the Denver Broncos playing against the New York Jets on October 12, followed by the Los Angeles Rams facing the Jacksonville Jaguars on October 19.
Another highlight of the expanded schedule will occur in Berlin, Germany, where the Indianapolis Colts will host the Atlanta Falcons at the Olympic Stadium on November 9. This matchup will represent the first regular-season NFL game held in Berlin, further expanding the league’s reach in Europe.
The schedule will conclude in Madrid, Spain, on November 16, when the Washington Commanders go head-to-head with the Miami Dolphins. This game will also be historic as the first NFL game ever held in Spain. With these new locations and matchups, the NFL aims to enhance year-round engagement in international markets.
The push towards increasing international games aligns with the aspirations of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, who has indicated a desire to boost the annual number of international matchups from the current count of 10 to 16, as part of future collective bargaining agreements. Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank has echoed this sentiment, suggesting the possibility of having an international game every year for every team in the near future.
As the league moves towards the 2025 season, plans for international expansion are becoming increasingly clear. The NFL’s focus on expanding its global footprint reflects its intent to cultivate a broader fan base and engage with diverse audiences across continents.
Tickets for the 2025 International Games are anticipated to go on sale in the summer. Fans interested in attending these matchups are encouraged to register for ticket information through the NFL’s official site, ensuring they don’t miss out on these historic games.
This major expansion of international games shows how the NFL is committed to providing fans around the world with the opportunity to experience the excitement of American football, while also boosting the sport’s popularity across different countries.
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- Wikipedia: International Football
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