London follows Dublin as college football host city. Are more European locations in game plan?
Summary
College football will be played in London next month for the first time in a game called the Union Jack Classic between Arizona State and Kansas. This follows a growing trend of college football games held in European cities like Dublin, which has become an annual event attracting many American fans.Key Facts
- The Union Jack Classic in London will feature a Big 12 game between Arizona State and Kansas.
- College football has been played outside the U.S. for more than 100 years, mostly in nearby countries like Canada or Cuba.
- Dublin has hosted annual college football games for several years with strong American fan attendance.
- The Dublin game often happens early in the season and includes elements like school spirit and marching bands.
- Organizers of the London game have a multi-year contract with Wembley Stadium, which seats over 86,000 people.
- About 15,000 fans from the U.S. are expected to attend the London game, with ticket discounts offered for groups.
- The goal of the London event is to expand college football and possibly other sports to more European countries.
- Fox Sports will broadcast the London game as part of their Big Noon Kickoff show.
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