The 2026 NFL International Games Schedule features a record nine games across seven countries, the largest international slate in league history.
The announcement of the NFL international games 2026 came one day before the release of the full regular-season schedule. For the fourth consecutive year, the Arizona Cardinals will not participate in any international games. From Australia and Brazil to England, France, Germany, Spain and Mexico, the league is turning its regular season into a worldwide showcase.
Here is the complete 2026 NFL International Games Schedule with every matchup, date, venue and kickoff time.
Week 1 — Melbourne, Australia
The NFL opens its international slate with a blockbuster NFC West showdown. The NFL Melbourne game between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground marks the league’s first regular-season contest in Australia. Matthew Stafford, Brock Purdy and a loaded group of offensive stars headline what could feel like a playoff atmosphere in Week 1.
Week 3 — Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Brazil gets another marquee matchup as the Baltimore Ravens face the Dallas Cowboys at Maracanã Stadium. Lamar Jackson and Dak Prescott square off in one of the NFL’s rare interconference international games.
Weeks 4–6 — London, England
The NFL London games 2026 begin with the Indianapolis Colts vs. Washington Commanders at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Philadelphia Eagles then face the Jacksonville Jaguars at the same venue in Week 5. Jacksonville stays overseas for a second straight week, this time against division rival Houston Texans at Wembley Stadium in Week 6 as part of the expanded NFL international schedule.
Week 7 — Paris, France
Paris hosts its first-ever NFL game as the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the New Orleans Saints at Stade de France. Historic franchises and ongoing quarterback questions add intrigue to this matchup on the 2026 NFL International Games Schedule.
Week 9 — Madrid, Spain
Madrid gets a star-studded contest featuring the Cincinnati Bengals and Atlanta Falcons at Bernabéu Stadium. Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase and Bijan Robinson headline the card.
Week 10 — Munich, Germany
Two franchises on the rise meet in Germany as the New England Patriots face the Detroit Lions at FC Bayern Munich Stadium. Drake Maye leads the revamped Patriots against Jared Goff and the Lions’ explosive offense.
Week 11 — Mexico City, Mexico
The international schedule closes in Mexico City with the Minnesota Vikings vs. San Francisco 49ers at Estadio Banorte. The 49ers make their second overseas appearance of the season in a prime-time matchup that caps the full NFL international games 2026 slate.
The 2026 NFL International Games Schedule represents the league’s most ambitious global expansion yet. Nine games across four continents and seven countries give fans worldwide a chance to experience regular-season NFL action live. The combination of the NFL Melbourne game, three NFL London games 2026 and stops in Paris, Madrid, Munich and Mexico City creates the most complete NFL international schedule the league has ever staged.
FAQ
How many international games are in the 2026 NFL season?
The 2026 NFL International Games Schedule includes a record nine games.
Where is the first international game in 2026?
The NFL Melbourne game between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams will be played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Sept. 10.
Which teams play in London in 2026?
The NFL London games 2026 feature Indianapolis vs. Washington, Philadelphia vs. Jacksonville, and Houston vs. Jacksonville.
Is there an NFL game in Paris in 2026?
Yes. Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New Orleans Saints will play at Stade de France on Oct. 25.
Which team does not play an international game in 2026?
The Arizona Cardinals will not participate in any international games for the fourth consecutive year.
