The NFL’s reach beyond the United States is set to expand even further in 2026, with the league confirming its biggest international schedule yet.
The headline act is the first-ever regular-season game in Australia, while the expanded slate will see teams play across multiple continents as part of a nine-game international series.
Here is a full breakdown of every NFL international game confirmed for the 2026 season, based on venues and matchups already announced.
Every NFL international game confirmed for the 2026 season
- Melbourne, Australia: San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, marking the first regular-season NFL game ever played in Australia.
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Dallas Cowboys to play at Maracana Stadium, with their opponent to be confirmed, as the NFL stages its first regular-season game in Rio.
- Paris, France: New Orleans Saints home game, opponent to be confirmed, as Paris joins the NFL’s international rotation.
- London, England: Three regular-season games scheduled across the city, with participating teams and matchups to be announced.
- Munich, Germany: One regular-season game confirmed, with the designated home team and opponent yet to be revealed.
- Madrid, Spain: One regular-season game planned, with the home team and opponent still to be announced.
- Mexico City, Mexico: One regular-season game expected, with venue, host team, and opponent to be confirmed.
NFL continues aggressive push into global markets
The size of the 2026 international schedule reflects the NFL’s long-term plan to grow its audience outside the United States.
By staging regular-season games across four continents, the league is targeting markets with established fan bases while also introducing the sport to new regions.
Australia and Brazil represent significant expansion opportunities, while continued commitments to London and Germany show the NFL’s intent to build sustained international followings rather than one-off events.
With more than half of the league’s teams involved in overseas games this season, international fixtures are becoming a central pillar of the NFL calendar rather than a novelty.
The full list of opponents, kickoff times, and dates for each international game will be announced in May.
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