NFL International Games betting offers bettors a road to glory on contests taking place across the pond.
International NFL games count just the same in the win-loss column as those played in the USA, and can be a profitable source for bettors looking in the right markets.
Each year since 2007, the NFL has brought America's game overseas as part of its NFL International Games. The 2026 schedule has plenty of global flavor, with a record seven different countries hosting at least one of the nine games.
Here are some historical trends from these NFL International Games you should keep in mind when playing your wagers this season:
NFL International Games betting history
| Betting Market | Record |
|---|---|
| Favorites (Moneyline) | 47-16 (74.6%) |
| Favorites (Spread) | 39-23-1 (62.7%) |
| OVER | 29-34 (46.0%) |
While it's no surprise to see favorites represent the superior moneyline play, international games have skewed significantly toward the better team. NFL faves win roughly two-thirds of the time (at least, they did last season); international betting favorites cash at a rate of nearly three-quarters.
The spread coverage is even more impressive, with favorites converting at a clip of nearly 63 percent.
It might feel like international games produce fewer points (and they do), but it's not as dire for Over bettors as you might think, with the Under only coming through 54 percent of the time. Last year's international matchups actually finished 4-3 to the Over.
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Recent NFL International Games results
| Date | Matchup | Spread | O/U Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 16/25 | Dolphins 16, Commanders 13 (OT) |  Dolphins -2.5 |
U46.5 |
| Nov. 9/25 | Colts 31, Falcons 25 (OT) |  Falcons +6.5 |
O48.5 |
| Oct. 19/25 | Rams 35, Jaguars 7 |  Rams -3 |
U44.5 |
| Oct. 12/25 | Broncos 13, Jets 11 |  Broncos -7 |
U43.5 |
| Oct. 5/25 | Vikings 21, Browns 17 |  Vikings -3.5 |
O35.5 |
| Sept. 28/25 | Steelers 24, Vikings 21 | Vikings -2.5 |
O40.5 |
| Sept. 5/25 | Chargers 27, Chiefs 21 |  Chiefs -3 |
O46.5 |
| Nov. 10/24 | Panthers 20, Giants 17 (OT) |  Panthers +6.5 |
U40.5 |
| Oct. 20/24 | Jaguars 32, Patriots 16 |  Jaguars -7 |
O42.5 |
| Oct. 13/24 | Bears 35, Jaguars 16 |  Bears -1.5 |
O44.5 |
| Oct. 6/24 | Vikings 23, Jets 17 | Vikings -2.5 |
U40.5 |
| Oct. 15/23 | Ravens 24, Titans 16 |  Ravens -5.5 |
U42.5 |
| Oct. 8/23 | Jaguars 25, Bills 20 |  Bills -4.5 |
U48.5 |
| Oct. 1/23 | Jaguars 23, Falcons 7 | Jaguars -3.5 |
U42.5 |
| Oct. 30/22 | Broncos 21, Jaguars 17 | Jaguars -1 |
U40.5 |
If nothing else, international NFL fans were treated to more than their share of tightly-contested games. The 2025 NFL International Games saw two contests go to overtime, while six of the seven international contests were decided by six or fewer points.
2026 NFL International Games schedule
| Date | Matchup | Venue | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept. 10 | 49ers vs. Rams | Melbourne Cricket Ground |  Melbourne |
| Sept. 27 | Ravens vs. Cowboys | Maracanã Stadium |  Rio de Janeiro |
| Oct. 4 | Colts vs. Commanders | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium |  London |
| Oct. 11 | Eagles vs. Jaguars | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium | London |
| Oct. 18 | Texans vs. Jaguars | Wembley Stadium | London |
| Oct. 25 | Steelers vs. Saints | Stade de France |  Paris |
| Nov. 8 | Bengals vs. Falcons | Bernabéu Stadium |  Madrid |
| Nov. 15 | Patriots vs. Lions | FC Bayern Munich Arena |  Munich |
| Nov. 22 | Vikings vs. 49ers | Estadio Banorte |  Mexico City |
The 2026 NFL International Games are the most ambitious in the league's history, with nine games across four continents marking a significant leap from prior seasons.
The addition of Melbourne, Rio de Janeiro, and Paris as host cities for the first time gives the schedule a genuinely global feel, and the venues are a considerable upgrade from previous international settings; the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Maracanã, and the Stade de France are among the most iconic sporting arenas in the world.
London remains the anchor of the international program with three games, continuing a run that dates back to 2007. The city now has 45 regular season games under its belt, and the back-to-back weeks at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium followed by Wembley have become a familiar rhythm for UK fans.
Jacksonville's appearance twice in the same London window is notable, with the Jaguars having long served as the de facto home team for the NFL's UK operation. This season's schedule leans into that relationship heavily.
The European portion of the schedule is the most diverse it has ever been. Paris, Madrid, and Munich all hosting games in the same season is unprecedented, and it reflects how quickly the league's continental strategy has evolved. Munich's return to FC Bayern Munich Arena, now for a third time, confirms Germany as one of the more established international markets outside the UK.
Mexico City's return is also worth noting. The NFL has been away since 2022, and the move to Estadio Banorte in a new venue adds some novelty to what is a familiar market. The Vikings-49ers matchup to close the international slate on Nov. 22 gives the series a strong finish with two traditionally popular franchises.
NFL International Games FAQs
NFL favorites have been dominant in international games, going 47-16 on the moneyline (74.6%) and 39-23-1 against the spread (62.7%). That ATS rate is significantly higher than the roughly two-thirds cover rate favorites post in regular domestic games.
The Under has a slight edge historically, with the Over hitting at a 46% clip (29-34). That said, the gap isn't dramatic — last year's international slate actually finished 4-3 to the Over — so the trend is worth noting without being treated as a hard rule.
The 2026 NFL International Series features a record nine games across seven countries and eight stadiums, spanning Melbourne, Rio de Janeiro, London (three games), Paris, Madrid, Munich, and Mexico City between Sept. 10 and Nov. 22.
The Jacksonville Jaguars appear twice in the 2026 London window, facing the Eagles at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 11 and the Texans at Wembley Stadium on October 18. The San Francisco 49ers also appear twice — opening the international slate against the Rams in Melbourne and closing it against the Vikings in Mexico City.
