NFL adds 2 new countries to international games

The NFL is set to make history during the 2025 season with seven international games on the schedule. This announcement comes with excitement as fans around the world eagerly anticipate these matchups.
London, a longtime host of NFL regular-season games since 2007, will continue to showcase the sport with three games scheduled. Additionally, the NFL is returning to Brazil and Germany, while Dublin, Ireland, and Madrid, Spain will host games for the first time this season.
The full rundown of games and matchups includes:
– Week 1: TBA vs. Los Angeles Chargers in São Paulo (Sept. 5)
– Week 4: Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Minnesota Vikings in Dublin (Sept. 28)
– Week 5: Minnesota Vikings vs. Cleveland Browns in London (Oct. 5)
– Week 6: Denver Broncos vs. New York Jets in London (Oct. 12)
– Week 7: Los Angeles Rams vs. Jacksonville Jaguars in London (Oct. 19)
– Week 10: Atlanta Falcons vs. Indianapolis Colts in Berlin (Nov. 9)
– Week 11: Miami Dolphins vs. Washington Commanders in Madrid (Nov. 16)
The Kansas City Chiefs are also expected to travel to Brazil to face the Chargers, adding to the excitement of the international matchups. Notably, the Minnesota Vikings will make history as the first team to play in two different countries on back-to-back weeks, showcasing their dynamic offense led by J.J. McCarthy.
The NFL’s global initiative continues to expand with an increased number of international games on the regular season schedule. London and Germany have been key locations for building NFL fandom, with the Falcons-Colts matchup in Berlin marking the fifth game played in the country since 2022.
In the previous season, the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers made history with a game in São Paulo, setting the stage for more international matchups in the future. Looking ahead, there are plans to bring NFL action to Melbourne, Australia in 2026.
As fans eagerly await the season schedule release for all teams, the anticipation for international games continues to grow. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting matchups as the NFL continues to expand its global footprint in the world of sports.
Scott Thompson, a sports writer for Fox News Digital, covers all the latest developments in the NFL’s international expansion and upcoming matchups. Stay connected with Fox News Digital for comprehensive sports coverage and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter for exclusive updates.