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NFL to explore possibility of regular season game in Middle East

The NFL expanded its Global Markets Program , granting international marketing rights to several clubs, including the Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers, and Washington Commanders in the United Arab Emirates, on Monday in Palm Beach, Fla.
The NFL is expanding the GMP to grow the game and connect with fans globally, with clubs submitting proposals each spring to the International Committee for review and rights awarded for a five-year term.
Nine clubs will expand into additional countries in 2025, with each acquiring between one and three territories, as the program aims to build team fanbases across the world.
NFL Executive Vice President Peter O'Reilly stated the expansion of the Global Markets Program reflects the NFL's continued focus on growing the game globally, and there is "strong interest" in hosting a game in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
As part of the expansion, the NFL will explore the possibility of hosting a regular season game in the United Arab Emirates and will hold a game in Melbourne, Australia in 2026, while in 2025 there will be seven international games, including debuts in Dublin, Madrid, and Berlin.

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