The NFL has announced the hosts for the 2024 international games, where four teams will replace a home game with contests in Europe as part of the league’s international series. The Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings, and Jacksonville Jaguars are slated to host games in London, while the Carolina Panthers will host a game in Munich. Opponents and specific dates for these contests will be disclosed when the NFL schedule is released in the spring.
The Bears and Vikings will host their respective matchups at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with the Jaguars returning to Wembley Stadium. The Panthers’ game in Munich will take place at Allianz Arena, Home of FC Bayern Munich.
| Team | Location | Venue | International Record | Last Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bears | London, U.K. | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium | 1-1 | ’19, loss vs. Raiders |
| Jaguars | London, U.K. | Wembley Stadium | 6-5 | ’23, wins vs. Falcons, Bills |
| Panthers | Munich, Germany | Allianz Arena | 1-0 | ’19, win vs. Bucs |
| Vikings | London, U.K. | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium | 3-0 | ’22, win vs. Saints |
The Bears, Vikings, and Jaguars possess international marketing rights in the United Kingdom under the NFL’s global market program, while the Panthers hold rights in Germany.
With the NFL’s adoption of a 17-game regular season in 2021, the scheduling formula alternates nine and eight home games between NFC and AFC teams each year. In 2024, the NFC will host nine home games, making these teams eligible for international games. The Jaguars, representing the AFC, have a separate agreement to host home games in London.
Details about the previously announced 2024 game at Corinthians Arena in São Paulo, Brazil, are yet to be disclosed. Due to renovations at Estadio Azteca, there won’t be a Mexico City game.
In 2025, the annual limit of international games will increase from four to eight, reflecting the NFL’s commitment to expanding its global reach. NFL executive vice president Peter O’Reilly expressed delight in returning to London and Munich in 2024, emphasizing the league’s priority of taking the game to fans around the world. Furthermore, there are discussions about NFL stars playing flag football in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, contributing to the continued growth of American football’s global popularity.
