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NFL Confirms 2026 Return to Mexico City With Regular-Season Game at Estadio Banorte

League officials will assess World Cup venues to decide whether Monterrey or Guadalajara can host future games.

Overview

  • Commissioner Roger Goodell announced the league’s Mexico City comeback for late 2026 after a four-year gap.
  • Estadio Banorte is set to stage a regular-season game in 2026, and NFL México’s Arturo Olivé referenced a three-year arrangement tied to the return.
  • NFL México says expansion beyond the capital is under consideration, with final decisions dependent on stadium inspections and operational reviews.
  • Monterrey and Guadalajara, both World Cup sites, are being evaluated for suitability based on tournament performance and required upgrades such as locker rooms.
  • No teams, date or ticketing details have been released; Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressed interest in playing in Mexico, but no matchup is confirmed.