Goodell indicates NFL plans Tokyo game for 2027 or 2028
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 5:02 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell stated intentions to hold a regular-season game in Tokyo, envisioning it could occur in 2027 or 2028. This announcement highlights the league's interest in expanding its international presence, particularly in Japan, a country with a growing fan base for American football. Goodell's comments reaffirm ongoing discussions regarding international venues for NFL games. The league has not yet finalized any specific dates or venues for the proposed game.
- •Goodell mentioned a game in Tokyo is on the NFL's agenda.
- •Target years for the game are 2027 or 2028.
- •Tokyo's interest reflects NFL's aim to broaden its international strategy.
- •No specific details on dates or venues have been confirmed.
- 5:41 PMESPN NFL — Goodell: Tokyo game 'clearly on our list,' with 2027 or 2028 in mind
"NFL commissioner Roger Goodell reiterated his goal to hold a regular-season game in Tokyo and said he thinks it could happen in 2027 or 2028.
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