Goodell confirms NFL plans for team outside U.S
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:11 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Roger Goodell stated on August 18, 2026, that the NFL will likely establish a team based outside the United States. He emphasized that this step is seen as inevitable for the league’s future. The comments reflect ongoing discussions about expanding the NFL’s global footprint. Details on potential locations or timelines for this move have not been disclosed.
- •Roger Goodell spoke on the future of the NFL on August 18, 2026.
- •He believes a permanent team outside the U.S. is inevitable.
- •No specific locations or timelines have been mentioned.
- •The comments align with the NFL's efforts to expand globally.
- 1:46 PMESPN — Goodell: 'No doubt' over NFL team outside U.S.
"Roger Goodell says it is inevitable that the NFL will eventually have a team permanently based outside the United States.
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