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Does UK watch NFL?

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Rachel Ellis

Published Jan 12, 2026

As you might have guessed already, Sky is the main place to watch NFL in the UK this season. After many years of continued growth, the broadcaster has a dedicated Sky Sports NFL channel (Sky 407 / Virgin Media 507).

Is NFL coming to UK?

As well as the Jaguars, the NFL have now confirmed the other three teams that will compete in London this year. Joining Jacksonville Jaguars on their trip to the UK is Green Bay Packers and New Orlean Saints.

What is the NFL called in the UK?

One of the best-known differences between British and American English is the fact that the sport known as football in Great Britain is usually called soccer in the United States.

How big is the NFL in the UK?

NFL research reports there being over 13 million fans in the UK. This, alongside the increase of people playing the sport, makes it likely a UK franchise could pop up over the coming years.

How many UK people watch NFL?

Britain's loyal legion of NFL fans will stay up until 4AM to watch the Super Bowl... and with more than 14MILLION loyal UK followers, one NFL chief says a London-based franchise is INEVITABLE.

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Is NFL big in UK?

Funnily enough, football is also the most popular sport in the UK, and the world, with 3.5 billion fans worldwide.

Why does the UK have NFL?

In England, every NFL game is Thursday Night Football. Since 2007, the NFL has exported games to England in an attempt to expand its international audience.

Are there any British NFL players?

Other notable Englishmen include Atlanta Falcons placekicker Mick Luckhurst, who went on to present Channel 4's NFL coverage on UK television from 1987 to 1991, two-time Pro Bowl defensive end Osi Umenyiora and former Eagles running back Jay Ajayi.

Do they play football in the UK?

The United Kingdom plays its international football as separate Home Nations teams of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The only exception to this is during the Summer Olympics where the United Kingdom is represented by Great Britain Olympic football team, which despite the name includes Northern Ireland.

Is NFL on UK radio?

BBC Radio 5 Live - 5 Live NFL.

How can I watch NFL 2021 in the UK?

Where to watch the NFL in 2021 in the UK

  1. Sky Sports NFL Channel.
  2. NFL Game Pass.
  3. NFL Game Pass - The ultimate way to watch NFL! Watch games live and on demand. Catch every touchdown, every Sunday with NFL RedZone. ...
  4. BBC.
  5. Channel 5.
  6. NFL UK YouTube Channel.

How much is NFL Gamepass UK?

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Is NFL popular in London?

A key launching pad for the NFL's popularity outside of the US has been England's capital city, London, with Wembley Stadium playing host to a range of exciting encounters in recent times.

Will the NFL play in London in 2021?

After a long-anticipated return, the NFL London Games returned in 2021 and will again take place in 2022.

Who is the most popular NFL team in UK?

The Most Popular NFL Teams in the U.K.

  1. Miami Dolphins. According to an online survey done in the past year, the most popular team in the United Kingdom is the Miami Dolphins. ...
  2. Chicago Bears. The second most popular team is the Chicago Bears, and again this popularity traces its roots back to the 1980s. ...
  3. New York Giants.

Will the NFL expand to Europe?

Earlier this year the league reiterated its commitment to enhancing its international market by stating that there will be at least four international games played every season starting from 2022, with Germany set to join the UK and Mexico as a 'date for your diary' attraction.

Does NFL Europe still exist?

On 29 June 2007, the NFL announced the end of NFL Europe/Europa after a reported $30 million loss per season, and having multiple teams such as the inaugural league champion London Monarchs having gone defunct over the years.

What do British think of NFL?

59 percent of Britons who had watched American football called it "very/quite boring" in a YouGov survey. The NFL has been all about boosting its presence in the United Kingdom in recent years, pushing towards more and more games there and bringing in stadiums other than Wembley.

Is London in USA?

London, city, capital of the United Kingdom. It is among the oldest of the world's great cities—its history spanning nearly two millennia—and one of the most cosmopolitan. By far Britain's largest metropolis, it is also the country's economic, transportation, and cultural centre.

Is the NFL growing internationally?

The NFL continues to grow globally. The league announced Wednesday that 18 teams have been awarded marketing rights across eight different countries.

How many countries watch the NFL?

The NFL Game Pass streaming service will now be available in 181 different countries and territories worldwide, thanks to an expanded partnership between the league and OverTier.

What time is NFL on UK?

Catch every Monday Night Football game live from 1 am on Channel 5 and watch exclusive content on a brand-new weekly NFL show every Sunday from 11.30 am. Join Neil Reynolds and guests on Sky Sports NFL for live NFL games every Sunday. Sky Sports will also show Monday and Thursday Night Football and live NFL RedZone.