
NFL to Expand International Games to Nine in 2026 Season
The NFL will expand its international presence in 2026 with nine games abroad, including first-time visits to Australia and France, spanning four continents and seven countries.

The NFL will expand its international presence in 2026 with nine games abroad, including first-time visits to Australia and France, spanning four continents and seven countries.

The 2026 NFL season opens with a Super Bowl rematch between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots on September 9, one of 272 games. A record 9 international games are scheduled across 4 continents.

The NFL unveils its most extensive international schedule, with 9 games across 7 countries and 4 continents, including debuts in Australia and France, from September to November 2026.

The NFL will play a record 9 international regular-season games in 2026 across the UK, Australia, France, Mexico, and Brazil, featuring teams like the Eagles, Rams, and Patriots in global matchups.