NFL’s 2025 International Games: A Global Stage
The NFL continues its global expansion, bringing the thrill of professional football to new shores in 2025. This year’s international schedule promises exciting matchups across continents, showcasing the league’s growing international appeal.
2025 International Game venues
The league has confirmed seven international games for the 2025 season, a testament to the league’s commitment to global expansion. Thes games will be played in:
- London, England (Tottenham Hotspur Stadium): Two games featuring the New York Jets and the Cleveland Browns.
- London, England (Wembley Stadium): The Jacksonville Jaguars will continue their London series.
- Berlin, Germany (Olympic Stadium): The Indianapolis Colts will play a home game in the heart of germany.
- Madrid, Spain (Estadio Santiago Bernabéu): The Miami Dolphins will make their debut in Spain, playing their first regular season game in the iconic stadium.
- Dublin, Ireland (Aviva Stadium): The Pittsburgh Steelers will play their first ever regular season game in Dublin.
- São Paulo, Brazil (Corinthians Arena): The Los Angeles Chargers will play their second NFL game in Brazil, following their 2024 debut.
Beyond 2025,the league has already announced the Los Angeles Rams will play in Melbourne,Australia,for the first international game of the 2026 season.
The Absence of Munich
While Munich hosted NFL games in 2022 and 2024, the 2025 schedule features berlin as the sole German venue. The NFL’s strategic decision to expand its international presence to new markets and fan bases is a key factor in this choice.
Berlin’s Olympic Stadium, with its capacity of approximately 74,000, offers a significant advantage over Munich’s Allianz Arena (approximately 70,000). This larger capacity is a key factor in the league’s decision-making process.
Munich’s Potential Return
Despite the 2025 choice, Munich remains a strong contender for future NFL games. The city has officially applied for NFL games between 2026 and 2029. The city’s economic success, estimated at €70 million in added value by Berlin’s sports senator Iris Spranger, is a significant factor in their renewed request.
The NFL’s continued success in Germany, and the high demand for games, will likely play a crucial role in determining whether Munich will return to the international schedule.
