NFL targets Japan as next site for international series

Commissioner Roger Goodell singles out Tokyo for expansion

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

The sun is rising on a new locale for future international NFL games 🇯🇵👀 https://t.co/Js4D1OSWmo Via @YahooSports on X

What happened: League leadership is evaluating a future matchup in Japan as part of the NFL's growing overseas schedule.

Why it matters: Entering an East Asian market would broaden the league's global footprint beyond its existing European and South American territories.

What to watch: Venue negotiations and scheduling logistics remain before the league can lock in a formal Tokyo kickoff date.

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@YahooSports 2026-10-23T16:21:58.573875+00:00

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