NFL expands international slate to nine games in 2026, with Ravens-Cowboys in Rio and Vikings-Niners in Mexico City

The NFL announced a record nine international regular-season games for 2026 across Melbourne, Rio de Janeiro, London, Paris, Madrid, Munich and Mexico City. The expansion marks the league’s growing global footprint, with notable matchups like Ravens vs Cowboys in Rio and the 49ers hosting the Vikings in Mexico City; meanwhile the Rams and 49ers travel to Melbourne, and several teams (Colts, Commanders, Falcons, Steelers) are bound for Europe again, while Jacksonville will play two UK home games due to stadium renovations.