American football is headed to the world’s stage.
Previously a game exclusively played on American soil, the red, white and blue’s game has taken more trips overseas in recent years. Unlike the college student that’s studying abroad, however, the NFL isn’t looking to find itself.
It is looking to find more fans and revenue though.
After all, the sport is a business and it would be malpractice to ignore that massive opportunity for more cash. So while most of the globe recognizes football as the game that’s played with feet and a round ball, the NFL is looking to change that by bringing the oblong one to every country they can.
That strategy brings seven of the league’s 272 regular season games to foreign land. This year, we’ll welcome Dublin and Madrid to the party that previously included London, Brazil and Germany.
So get those passports updated and ready to be stamped because the NFL is going on a world tour in 2025.
Here’s a look at the international slate that awaits next season.
NFL international games schedule 2025
The NFL is set to play seven international games this upcoming season, with some new trips to Spain and Ireland debuting on the schedule.
It all gets started when the Kansas City Chiefs and Los Angeles Chargers meet in Brazil for the second annual Sao Paulo game in Week 1. From there, the league will continue it’s traditional London games, make another stop in Berlin and eventually head to Madrid when the Miami Dolphins host the Washington Commanders.
Here’s what to know about the schedule, venues, matchups and more:
TBD vs. Chargers in Brazil
- Date: Friday, Sept. 5 (Week 1)
- Start time: 8:15 p.m. ET
- Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Venue: Corinthians Arena
The 2025 NFL season opens up on Thursday, Sept. 4 and on Friday, Sept. 5, it’s going international. Sao Paulo is the site for this one, the same place where the Philadelphia Eagles began their Super Bowl-winning season in 2024. Rumor suggests that the Chiefs will travel to face their AFC West rivals in Week 1.
Vikings vs. Steelers in Dublin
- Date: Sunday, Sept. 28 (Week 4)
- Start time: 9:30 a.m. ET
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
- Venue: Croke Park
The NFL is playing a regular-season game in Ireland for the first time, and the Steelers drew the honor of hosting that. The honor is a sensible one as late Steelers owner Dan M. Rooney served as the United States’ ambassador to Ireland from 2009 to 2012. Both Pittsburgh and its opponent, Minnesota, will be breaking in new starting quarterbacks in 2025. The Vikings will be turning to J.J. McCarthy while the Steelers presently have Mason Rudolph and Will Howard atop their depth chart.
Vikings vs. Browns in London
- Date: Sunday, Oct. 5 (Week 5)
- Start time: 9:30 a.m. ET
- Location: London, England
- Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
The Browns are taking their show on the road and across the pond this season, giving the British fans a taste of Cleveland’s take on American football. Kevin Stefanski’s squad isn’t coming into 2025 with great expectations, but not all hope is lost yet. If he makes the team, perhaps Shedeur Sanders could be under center in London. If not, NFL fans will be intrigued to see Stefanski face his former team, the Vikings, in Minnesota’s second consecutive international game.
Broncos vs. Jets in London
- Date: Sunday, Oct. 12 (Week 6)
- Start time: 9:30 a.m. ET
- Location: London, England
- Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
The Jets were only good for people that wanted to crack jokes in 2024, missing the playoffs for a 14th straight season. Aaron Glenn is now coaching the green-and-white, hoping that he can help change their fortune. New York is no stranger to the international stage, with this being their fourth trip to London. They are 1-2 in the previous three, including a loss in 2024 to the Vikings.
New York will host Denver in London, marking the sixth consecutive season the two teams have faced one another. The Broncos are 3-2 in the previous five meetings, including a 10-9 win over the Jets at the Meadowlands last season.
Rams vs. Jaguars in London
- Date: Sunday, Oct. 19 (Week 7)
- Start time: 9:30 a.m. ET
- Location: London, England
- Venue: Wembley Stadium
If London had a home team, it would be the Jaguars. They have essentially made the country their second home and now get to introduce Travis Hunter to an international audience. Trevor Lawrence is back from injury and Liam Coen is hoping to revive the Jacksonville squad in their home away from home.
Meanwhile, Sean McVay is trying to get Matthew Stafford and the Rams another Super Bowl win. Los Angeles will make the long trip over to London in advance of the team’s planned trip to Australia for a game in 2026.
Falcons vs. Colts in Berlin
- Date: Sunday, Nov. 9 (Week 10)
- Start time: 9:30 a.m. ET
- Location: Berlin, Germany
- Venue: Olympiastadion
The Colts have quarterback concerns this season, but if Anthony Richardson realizes his potential, this could be a fun team to see in an exclusive window. If things go south, however, Shane Steichen might find himself left behind in Germany.
The Falcons also have an interesting quarterback situation, as both Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins remain on the roster. Penix is expected to be Atlanta’s starter after taking over for Cousins late last season; but if Cousins remains with the team, the young lefty will be under pressure should he struggle at any point during his second NFL season.
Commanders vs. Dolphins in Madrid
- Date: Sunday, Nov. 16 (Week 11)
- Start time: 9:30 a.m. ET
- Location: Madrid, Spain
- Venue: Bernabéu Stadium
The Dolphins get the honor of hosting the NFL’s first game in Spain and will get to battle the NFL’s rookie of the year, Jayden Daniels. Washington was a surprising squad that made the playoffs last season, finishing one win away from reaching the Super Bowl. The Commanders have enjoyed plenty of good fortune since their new ownership group took over. As for Miami, they’ll be trying to get back on track after a disappointing 2024.
