Overview

• Commissioner Roger Goodell announced the Mexico City game at the Leaders in Sport event in London, confirming the NFL’s return in 2026.
• Specific details, including date and participating teams, have not been released, though Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has signaled interest in playing once the venue is ready.
• The matchup is expected to be staged at the renovated Estadio Azteca, now referred to as Estadio Banorte, with work tied to the 2026 World Cup and local reports pointing to a reopening around March 2026.
• The league’s international agenda includes a record seven games in 2025, Australia confirmed as a host in 2026, and plans to move into Asia next.
• Mexico remains a priority market for the NFL, which cites a large fan base there; the most recent regular‑season game in Mexico was on Nov. 21, 2022, when the 49ers beat the Cardinals 38–10.