# NFL Returns to UK with Global Push

> NFL expands international games to 9 in 2026, but European team remains a question.
- Title: NFL Returns to UK with Global Push · Sky Sports | Shortify
- Summary: NFL expands international games to 9 in 2026, but European team remains a question. The NFL plans nine international games in 2026, including three in…
- Keywords: nfl, london, international games, seahawks, commanders, jaguars, eagles, wembley stadium, formula one, roger goodell, baltimore ravens, Returns
- Source: Sky Sports — https://skysports.com/nfl/news/12040/13593305/the-nfl-returns-to-the-uk-more-committed-than-ever-to-international-growth-after-rio-and-melbourne-games-but-is-a-european-team-possible
- Author: Neil Reynolds
- Published: 2026-09-29T15:12:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nfl, uk, london, international games, seahawks, commanders, jaguars, eagles, wembley stadium, formula one, roger goodell, baltimore ravens
## NFL returns to UK
The NFL returns to the UK this weekend with the first of three London games in October.
## Three London games
The Indianapolis Colts play the Washington Commanders at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, followed by the Jacksonville Jaguars versus Philadelphia Eagles next week.
## Wembley game
The Jacksonville Jaguars face the Houston Texans at Wembley Stadium on October 18.
## Record international games
The NFL will play nine international games in the 2026 season, including three in London.
## Global expansion
The NFL has already played games in Melbourne, Australia and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with a Paris game planned for late October.
## Formula 1 approach
The NFL uses a Formula 1-style model with teams in different countries to grow the fanbase globally.
## Roger Goodell's view
Commissioner Roger Goodell says playing in multiple markets grows the fanbase significantly across different countries.
## European team debate
The NFL has discussed a European division but remains open to a Formula 1 approach for now.
## Future plans
The NFL aims for 10 international games next season and potentially 16 annually by expanding the regular season to 18 games.
## Key takeaway

The NFL plans nine international games in 2026, including three in London, but has not committed to a European team.