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Over 200 players express interest in 2028 Olympic flag football

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 11:09 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Over 200 players express interest in 2028 Olympic flag football

Summary

More than 200 NFL players from over 25 countries have shown interest in participating in the 2028 Olympic flag football event. NFL’s Brian Flinn indicated that details will soon be provided on the player selection process for national federations. The competition will feature six men’s and six women’s teams, with three spots already secured, including the U.S. lineup as host, and teams from Canada, Italy, and Mexico having clinched their places. The tournament's competitive nature has been highlighted, with recent performances indicating a gap closure among women’s teams.

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By the Numbers

•200+ players across 25 countries indicated Olympic flag football interest.
•The flag football event will debut in Los Angeles in 2028.
•The U.S. team is automatically qualified as the host nation.
•Canadian men’s and women’s teams, along with Italian and Mexican women’s teams, have secured spots.
•Competitive performances noted in the recent World Championships.

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