NFL to Bring Regular-Season Games to Madrid Starting 2026
The NFL is making a significant move to expand its presence in Spain, recognizing the country as a key market with approximately 11 million fans. The league plans to bring regular-season games to Madrid starting in 2026, specifically at the iconic Bernabéu Stadium, home to the renowned Real Madrid C.F.
NFL’s Commitment to Developing Football in Spain
The NFL’s initiative in Spain is part of a comprehensive strategy to grow the sport at multiple levels. An essential component of this plan is the introduction and promotion of NFL Flag, the league’s official youth flag football program. This non-contact version of American football will see its debut as an Olympic sport at the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
Beginning in 2024, NFL Flag has already started reaching children through schools in major Spanish cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Zaragoza. The NFL aims to expand this program further in collaboration with the Federación Española de Fútbol Americano (FEFA).
Teams with Marketing Rights in Spain
- Chicago Bears
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Miami Dolphins
These teams have been granted marketing rights in Spain as part of the NFL’s Global Markets Program. This initiative helps NFL clubs establish fan engagement, strengthen brand awareness, and create commercial opportunities outside the United States.
2026 NFL International Games Schedule
The NFL has announced several international games for the 2026 season, which will feature the following locations and teams:
- Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground
- One game in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, at the Maracanã Stadium
- One game in Munich, Germany, at FC Bayern Munich Arena
- Three games in London, U.K.
- One game in Madrid, Spain, at the Bernabéu Stadium
Global Reach of the NFL
To date, a total of 62 regular-season NFL games have been held across the globe. Previous games have taken place in cities including London, Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Madrid, Dublin, São Paulo, Mexico City, and Toronto. As the league continues to expand its international footprint, the introduction of regular-season games in Madrid is a significant milestone.
For information about the upcoming NFL game in Madrid and ticket availability, fans are encouraged to stay updated through Filmogaz.com.
