NFL adjusts for Falcons-Bengals game in Madrid after previous experience
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 2:50 PM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026

The Atlanta Falcons are set to host the Cincinnati Bengals this Sunday in Madrid, Spain, part of the NFL's international series. Improvements have been made for this year's game, addressing issues from last year's inaugural international matchup at the Santiago Bernabeu. Notable changes include increased locker room sizes to accommodate the larger football teams, a point of contention last season. Additionally, the stadium features a unique turf system that brings fresh grass from underground facilities, enhancing the playing surface for the matchup. Preparations for the game are ongoing as both teams prepare for their international competition.
- •Falcons host Bengals in Madrid this Sunday.
- •Game is part of the NFL's international series.
- •Locker rooms have been expanded from last year's game.
- •The Bernabeu features a unique underground turf system.
- •This is the second international NFL game in Spain.
- 2:50 PMYahoo Sports — What NFL chiefs have changed for Sunday’s game in Spain after ‘learning’ from last year’s mistake
"The NFL’s international series picks up again this weekend as the Atlanta Falcons host the Cincinnati Bengals over in Spain, Madrid. Playing on foreign soil has divided NFL fans in the United States, with the Atlanta Falcons losing one of their home games as a result.
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