Will the Raiders play internationally in 2026?

Mar 04, 2026 at 09:46 AM

Rachel Gossen

Digital Managing Editor

This week, the NFL announced the final home team for the ninth international game this upcoming season and based on the Raiders' 2026 opponents, there are two options for the Silver and Black to be the visiting team for international games on the schedule.

The Raiders could face the New Orleans Saints in Paris, France, or the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico City, Mexico.

This marks the first time the league has hosted a game in Paris and first time since 2022 it has hosted a game in Mexico City.

A NFL-record nine international games will be held this year in Rio De Janeiro, Paris, Melbourne, Mexico City, Munich, Madrid and London.

The Raiders have played five international regular-season games in franchise history between London and Mexico City. Their last international matchup was a 24-21 victory over the Chicago Bears at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London during the 2019 season.

The full 2026 NFL schedule will be released this spring.

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Will the Raiders play internationally in 2026?