NFL confirms 2026 international schedule including three London games
The San Franciso 49ers will play in Melbourne and Mexico City in a nine-game, seven-city international schedule
www.independent.co.ukHere’s the latest on NFL London Games for 2026.
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Teams and venues: The Jacksonville Jaguars and the Washington Commanders are the two host teams for the 2026 NFL London Games. All games are scheduled to be played at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with one match likely complemented by a Wembley appearance in the London area depending on the schedule announcements. This pairing marks London’s continued role as the NFL’s flagship international site for 2026. [Source: multiple outlets reporting the announced host teams and venues for 2026 London games.]
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Schedule highlights: The 2026 London slate is part of a broader NFL international roster for that year, emphasizing back-to-back London dates in October and integrating games at Tottenham and Wembley. The league has historically staged regular-season games in London since 2007, and 2026 continues that pattern with major franchises participating. [Source: NFL and team/press reporting on the 2026 international schedule.]
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Context and implications: The London games aim to broaden the NFL footprint in the UK, engaging existing fans and cultivating new ones, while also supporting the league’s international growth strategy. The Jaguars’ repeated London presence and the Commanders’ return to the UK reflect ongoing emphasis on the market. [Source: NFL UK communications and coverage from major outlets.]
If you want, I can pull the exact 2026 London game dates, kickoff times, and which weeks they fall in, and compare them with 2025 London games. I can also set up a quick calendar-ready list if you’d like.