Overview
- The NFL's Global Markets Program now includes 29 teams across 21 international markets, up from 25 teams in 19 markets in 2024.
- The United Arab Emirates and Greece are the newest additions to the program, with the Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers, and Washington Commanders granted marketing rights in the UAE.
- The league is actively exploring the possibility of hosting a regular-season game in Abu Dhabi, conducting exploratory trips to evaluate feasibility, though no timeline has been set.
- Seven international games are confirmed for the 2025 season, including first-ever games in Spain and Ireland, with a game in Australia planned for 2026.
- The NFL views international games and expanded marketing rights as critical strategies for growing its global fan base and increasing the sport's cultural relevance worldwide.