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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell confirms league wants multiple teams based outside the US: 'no doubt'
Fox News • • general
Key Points:
- The NFL is significantly expanding its international presence, with nine games scheduled in various countries for the 2026 season, including Australia, Brazil, multiple European cities, and Mexico City.
- Starting in 2027, the league approved up to 10 international games annually and removed team veto power over relocating home games abroad, signaling a stronger push for global expansion.
- Commissioner Roger Goodell confirmed that the NFL plans to establish multiple teams outside the United States in the future, though no specific locations have been announced yet.
- Goodell also suggested that international cities could eventually host a Super Bowl, marking a major shift in NFL tradition and globalizing the sport further.
- Despite logistical challenges like travel, time zones, and scheduling, the NFL remains focused on increasing revenue and solidifying a permanent international footprint, particularly in Europe.
