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2026 NFL International Games: Record Matches Set for Australia, Brazil, and Beyond

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The 2026 NFL schedule is set to be revealed on May 14 at 8 p.m. ET, but key matchups have already begun to surface, including the opening game featuring the Seattle Seahawks and a showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants for the first Sunday Night Football of the season.

In a historic move, the NFL announces a record nine games to be played outside the U.S. in 2026, including locations such as Australia, Brazil, France, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Spain. The specifics of these international matchups were disclosed by NFL Network ahead of the full schedule release.

Key International Matchups:

  • Week 1: Los Angeles Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers
    Date: Thursday, Sept. 10
    Location: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Australia
    Time: 8:35 p.m. ET
    Streaming: Netflix
    This rivalry kicks off the season, featuring Brock Purdy and Matthew Stafford.

  • Week 3: Dallas Cowboys vs. Baltimore Ravens
    Date: Sunday, Sept. 27
    Location: Maracanã Stadium, Brazil
    Time: 4:25 p.m. ET
    TV: CBS
    Streaming: Paramount+
    A compelling matchup of two teams looking to rebound from last season.

  • Week 4: Washington Commanders vs. Indianapolis Colts
    Date: Sunday, Oct. 4
    Location: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, England
    Time: 9:30 a.m. ET
    TV: NFL Network
    Streaming: fubo
    Both teams aim to forget disappointing seasons.

  • Week 5: Philadelphia Eagles vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
    Date: Sunday, Oct. 11
    Location: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, England
    Time: 9:30 a.m. ET
    TV: NFL Network
    Streaming: fubo
    A rematch of a thrilling 2024 encounter.

  • Week 9: Cincinnati Bengals vs. Atlanta Falcons
    Date: Sunday, Nov. 8
    Location: Bernabéu Stadium, Spain
    Time: 9:30 a.m. ET
    TV: NFL Network
    Streaming: fubo
    Both teams look to turn around disappointing seasons.

  • Week 11: San Francisco 49ers vs. Minnesota Vikings
    Date: Sunday, Nov. 22
    Location: Estadio Banorte, Mexico
    Time: 8:15 p.m. ET
    TV: NBC
    Streaming: fubo
    The 49ers make their second international appearance of the season.

This extensive international roster highlights the NFL's commitment to expanding its global reach while providing fans exciting matchups across different continents.

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