Roger Goodell confirms future NFL teams outside the United States
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:44 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated there will eventually be NFL teams operating outside the United States. Speaking with RTL/ntv, he expressed certainty about foreign teams becoming a reality. Goodell mentioned that once an international team is established, its home field could potentially host a Super Bowl. The league is continuing its expansion efforts, with a record nine games scheduled outside the U.S. this season, including matches in England, Australia, Brazil, France, Spain, Germany, and Mexico.
- •Goodell predicts NFL teams will be established in foreign countries.
- •This season features nine games outside the U.S., a record for the league.
- •Goodell envisions Super Bowl potential at international team home fields.
- •Games are scheduled in England, Australia, Brazil, France, Spain, Germany, and Mexico.
- 9:44 AMYahoo Sports — Roger Goodell: I have no doubt there will be NFL teams outside the United States
"Goodell spoke with a German broadcaster about the league's ongoing efforts to expand abroad.
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