Summary
Two European football leagues, La Liga and Serie A, plan to hold games abroad for the first time. American sports leagues like the NFL have been playing international games for years, and the NFL has seen significant growth and profits from doing so. These international games have helped promote American football globally and have been held in renowned stadiums.
Key Facts
- La Liga plans to play a game in Miami, and Serie A plans one in Perth, Australia.
- The NFL has held 54 games overseas since 2005.
- The NFL's shared income grew from $8 billion in 2010 to over $23 billion in 2024.
- NFL teams initially resisted international games due to concerns about losing home games and travel.
- The Jacksonville Jaguars have played a significant role by playing in London yearly since 2013.
- International NFL games are held in major stadiums like Wembley and Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
- About 90% of the audience at international games is typically from the host country, with some fans traveling from the US and Europe.
- The international presence has boosted NFL's global fame and business partnerships.
