Why the NFL Needs to Go Global

In 2025, the NFL staged a record seven regular-season games overseas as part of its bold international expansion, taking American football to Germany, Spain and Ireland. CNBC’s Tom Chitty goes behind the scenes of that global push, from the streets of Dublin to the turf of Croke Park, exploring how the NFL, local governments and fans worldwide are transforming the sport into a truly international phenomenon.

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