The NFL is continuing its international conquest as the league announced that it will be making its debut in a new country next season. It was announced on Monday that the NFL will be playing its first-ever regular-season game in Paris during the 2026 season, bringing the sport to France for the first time. 'Bringing a regular season game to Paris in 2026 marks an exciting next step in the continued expansion of the league's global footprint,' said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. 'We are excited to be selected to play in the first regular season game to be held in France,' said Saints Owner Gayle Benson. The announcement comes as the NFL continues its international expansion with seven regular-season games confirmed to be taking place abroad next season.

Source: Daily Mail February 02, 2026 19:22 UTC