The NFL returns to the Santiago Bernabéu on November 8, 2026, when the Cincinnati Bengals face the Atlanta Falcons in Week 9 of the regular season, with Atlanta hosting as the designated home team.
The fixture is the second regular season NFL game ever played in Spain, and the first of a multi-year partnership between the league, the City of Madrid, the Community of Madrid and Real Madrid C.F. that will keep American football at the Bernabéu for years to come.
When is the NFL Madrid 2026 game?
| Date & Time | Fixture | Location | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Nov 8, 15:30 CET | Cincinnati Bengals at Atlanta Falcons | Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid | Book Tickets |
Where to buy NFL Madrid 2026 tickets?
Official tickets are sold through the NFL's Spanish Ticketmaster platform, and you will need an NFL Ticketmaster account to buy, which you can set up for free at nfl.com before you start browsing seats.
The sale rolled out in stages, with an Amex cardholder presale in late May, hospitality packages opening on June 5, and general admission going live on July 9.
On Location (the official NFL hospitality partner) and SportsBreaks offer official premium packages bundling lower-bowl seating, pre-game hospitality lounges, hotel stays, and flight arrangements.How much are NFL Madrid 2026 tickets?
The NFL has published official all-in prices for the Bengals-Falcons game, meaning the price you see already includes all fees with no surprises at checkout, a new approach for every international game in 2026.
The cheapest official category starts from €93.40, while the most expensive seats in the house run up to €438.75, with child tickets also available in selected categories.
Hospitality is a different tier entirely, with premium packages through Ticketmaster and On Location that go well beyond a standard ticket, including added extras like lounge access, dining, and, in some cases, travel and hotel stays.
Everything you need to know about the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
The Santiago Bernabéu, home of Real Madrid, has become one of the most talked about venues in world sport following its recent renovation, and it is exactly that transformation that makes it such a natural fit for the NFL. The stadium's new retractable pitch allows the grass field to be swapped out for American football's marking and turf setup without disturbing the surface underneath, while the redeveloped roof and expanded seating bowl give the ground a genuinely different atmosphere from a typical NFL Sunday.
If you are travelling to the game, plan your route carefully. The Santiago Bernabéu metro station on Line 10 is currently closed for reconstruction work, with services suspended between Nuevos Ministerios and Cuzco expected to run through the rest of the year. The easiest alternatives are the Cercanías train to Nuevos Ministerios, an EMT bus, or the free replacement shuttle service running on matchday, so it is worth building a little extra time into your journey to the stadium.
With the Bernabéu already having hosted one sold out NFL crowd and a permanent slot on the calendar now secured, this is shaping up to be one of the standout stops on the entire 2026 international slate.
When will NFL International games be played?
2026 is a landmark year for the NFL's global reach, with a record nine international games scheduled across seven countries.
This includes the first-ever regular-season game in Australia and France.
Full NFL International 2026 Host List
| Date & Kickoff Time | Matchup (Away vs. Home) | Stadium & Location | Ticket Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Sep 10 (10:35 AEST) | San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams | Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Melbourne, Australia | Book Tickets |
| Sun, Sep 27 (17:25 BRT) | Baltimore Ravens vs. Dallas Cowboys | Maracanã Stadium Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | Book Tickets |
| Sun, Oct 4 (14:30 BST) | Indianapolis Colts vs. Washington Commanders | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium London, United Kingdom | Book Tickets |
| Sun, Oct 11 (14:30 BST) | Philadelphia Eagles vs. Jacksonville Jaguars | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium London, United Kingdom | Book Tickets |
| Sun, Oct 18 (14:30 BST) | Houston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars | Wembley Stadium London, United Kingdom | Book Tickets |
| Sun, Oct 25 (14:30 CEST) | Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New Orleans Saints | Stade de France Paris, France | Book Tickets |
| Sun, Nov 8 (15:30 CET) | Cincinnati Bengals vs. Atlanta Falcons | Santiago Bernabéu Stadium Madrid, Spain | Book Tickets |
| Sun, Nov 15 (15:30 CET) | New England Patriots vs. Detroit Lions | Allianz Arena (FC Bayern Munich Stadium) Munich, Germany | Book Tickets |
| Sun, Nov 22 (19:20 CST) | Minnesota Vikings vs. San Francisco 49ers | Estadio Banorte Mexico City, Mexico | Book Tickets |