The NFL has officially announced its full slate of international games for the 2026 season, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The league continues its aggressive global expansion strategy, confirming multiple matchups across several iconic international venues for the upcoming year.
The 2026 lineup features a return to established markets in London and Munich, while also marking the highly anticipated return to Mexico City at the renovated Estadio Azteca. Furthermore, the slate includes the league's inaugural regular-season game in Madrid, Spain, which will be hosted at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.
According to Rapoport, the league's decision to finalize these locations comes as part of the expanded 17-game schedule mandate, which allows for an increased number of neutral-site international fixtures. The designated home teams and specific matchups are expected to be highlights of the league's broader schedule release cycle. This expansion follows a resolution passed by NFL owners to increase the inventory of international games to up to eight per season starting in 2025.
Logistical details, including specific kickoff times and ticketing information for the London, Munich, Mexico City, and Madrid contests, will be released by the league at a later date. The 2026 season is shaping up to be the most geographically diverse campaign in NFL history.
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