Overview
- The league completed a record seven international games this season, concluding with its Madrid debut at Santiago Bernabéu before 78,610 fans.
- Roger Goodell said the NFL will return to Spain after praising Madrid, the stadium and local partners for the series finale.
- Plans for 2026 include a first game in Melbourne hosted by the Rams and an additional game in Rio de Janeiro.
- Goodell said the NFL is close to finalizing a couple more international dates next season, which could bring the total abroad to nine.
- Owners favor a larger overseas footprint and the league is studying additional markets, with Barcelona among the options discussed.