The Dolphins to play internationally in 2025, will headline inaugural NFL Madrid game
Looks like the Dolphins are headed for Spain in 2025.
The Miami Dolphins will headline the NFL’s first game in Mardid, the league announced Friday. While the Dolphins’ opponent has yet to be determined, the game will be played at the historic Bernabéu Stadium where Real Madrid F.C. calls home.
“We are thrilled to play the NFL’s inaugural game in Spain, a country of rich history, tradition and passion and home to a vibrant Dolphins fanbase,” said Miami Dolphins vice chairman, president and CEO Tom Garfinkel. “There is a hunger for football in this market, and we are proud to join with the NFL in growing the game internationally while engaging with old and new fans alike. With the unique synergy between Miami and Madrid, we believe this is only the beginning for us in this incredible region and we look forward to bringing the excitement and community of Dolphins football to Spain in 2025 and beyond.”
The Dolphins’ matchup in Madrid will be the franchise’s eighth international game. Most recently, the team played in Germany during the 2023 season. Other excursions also include the United Kingdom (2021, 2017, 2015, 2014, 2007) and Canada (2008).
Brett Gosper, who heads Europe and APAC at the NFL, called the 2025 game a “historic moment.”
“The exciting first-ever game in Spain underlines the NFL’s continued commitment to expanding its global footprint and reaching new audiences across the world,” said head of Europe and APAC at the NFL Brett Gosper. “The Miami Dolphins playing at the Bernabéu Stadium, home to Real Madrid C.F., showcases the global appeal of the league and of our sport, in what promises to be a historic moment.”
Four additional teams will play internationally in 2025, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. These organizations include the Indianapolis Colts (Berlin), the Jacksonville Jaguars (London), the New York Jets (London) and the Cleveland Browns (London). A total of eight international games can be played, meaning that there remains three open spots, per Pelissero.
The NFL will announce the dates and times of the international games when the full schedule is released in the spring.
This story was originally published January 17, 2025 at 7:58 AM.
