The NFL plans to expand its international presence in 2025, with Commissioner Roger Goodell aiming for eight games outside the United States. Here's what you need to know:
## Planned International Games for 2025
- Spain: A game at Madrid's renovated Bernabéu Stadium
- Mexico: Return to Estadio Azteca in Mexico City
- Brazil: Another game following the 2024 debut in São Paulo
- United Kingdom: Multiple games expected
- Germany: Returning, with Berlin as a potential new host
- Ireland: Possible new addition to the international lineup
## Potential Irish Venues
- **Aviva Stadium** (Dublin): Has hosted college football games
- **Croke Park** (Dublin): Hosted a 1997 preseason NFL game
## Teams with Irish Connections
Three NFL teams have Ireland as a designated global market:
1. Pittsburgh Steelers
2. Jacksonville Jaguars
3. New York Jets
The Steelers have expressed interest in playing in Ireland, partly due to former owner Dan Rooney's role as Ambassador to Ireland from 2009-2012.
## Expansion of International Games
If Ireland hosts a game, it would become:
- The 6th country to participate in NFL International Games
- The 4th European nation to host an NFL game
This expansion follows the NFL owners' vote in December to allow up to eight international games per season.
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