How to Watch the NFL in London: Games, Tickets, TV, Bars and Everything You Need to Know
American football might have started thousands of miles away, but you don't have to travel to the United States to watch an NFL game.
You can watch one in London.
In fact, October has become one of the most exciting times of the year for NFL fans in the capital, with the league bringing regular-season games to London as part of its International Series.
And in 2026, London is getting three games.
Two are being played at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, while another returns to Wembley Stadium. If you don't have a ticket, you can still watch the games in London through free-to-air television, paid sports coverage or at one of the city's sports bars.
So if you've ever wondered how to watch the NFL in London, here's everything you need to know.
Is the NFL actually played in London?
Yes.
This isn't an exhibition or a preseason event.
The NFL plays regular-season games in London, with the results counting towards the teams' regular-season records.
The first regular-season NFL game in London was played at Wembley in 2007, when the New York Giants beat the Miami Dolphins.
Since then, London has become one of the NFL's most established international destinations.
The league now regularly brings teams to the UK as part of its International Series, and the Jacksonville Jaguars have developed an especially strong connection with London.
In 2026, the NFL is taking that relationship even further with three London games in October.
So yes — if you're in London during the NFL season, American football is very much part of the city's sporting calendar.
The 2026 NFL London Games
There are three NFL games in London during October 2026.
4 October - Colts vs Commanders
Indianapolis Colts vs Washington Commanders
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
This was the opening London game of the 2026 series and took place on Sunday 4 October at 2:30pm London time.
If you're reading this after 4 October, this one has already happened but it is useful context because it marks the beginning of this year's London series.
11 October - Eagles vs Jaguars
Philadelphia Eagles vs Jacksonville Jaguars
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Sunday 11 October 2026
2:30pm BST
This is the next London game.
The Eagles are the defending Super Bowl champions from the 2025 season, while the Jaguars are one of the teams most closely associated with the London series.
18 October - Texans vs Jaguars
Houston Texans vs Jacksonville Jaguars
Wembley Stadium
Sunday 18 October 2026
2:30pm BST
The final London game of 2026 moves back to Wembley, where the Jaguars face the Houston Texans.
That gives London three NFL Sundays in a row.
And that's a pretty good reason to make October your NFL month.
How Can You Watch an NFL Game in London?
There are four main ways.
You can:
Go to the stadium
Watch it free on 5
Watch through Sky Sports
Watch every NFL game through NFL Game Pass on DAZN
The right option depends on whether you want the full London experience or simply want to watch the football.
1. Watch the NFL Live at the Stadium
Obviously, the best way to experience an NFL London game is to actually be there.
There's something slightly surreal about walking around London and then suddenly finding thousands of people wearing Eagles, Jaguars, Texans or other NFL jerseys heading towards a football stadium.
The atmosphere is part sporting event and part American football festival.
For 2026, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium hosts the first two London games, while Wembley hosts the third.
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
The stadium hosts:
Colts vs Commanders - 4 October
Eagles vs Jaguars - 11 October
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has become one of the NFL's key London venues and was designed with American football in mind as well as football.
Wembley Stadium
Wembley hosts:
Texans vs Jaguars - 18 October
Wembley also has an important place in NFL history in London, having hosted the first regular-season game in the UK in 2007.
How Do You Buy NFL London Tickets?
For the Tottenham games, the NFL says you need an NFL Ticketmaster account to purchase tickets.
The NFL's official ticket information also states that general admission and hospitality tickets are sold through its official ticketing arrangements.
For the Wembley game, the NFL says the Jaguars manage the event directly and directs fans to the Jaguars' ticket information.
One useful change for 2026 is all-in pricing for NFL International Games.
That means the displayed ticket price includes the applicable fees rather than adding them later at checkout.
Ticket availability can change quickly, particularly as game day gets closer, so use the official NFL or team ticketing channels rather than assuming a resale listing is your best option.
2. Watch the NFL for Free on 5
This is probably the easiest option if you're in the UK.
For the 2026 season, 5 has free-to-air NFL coverage.
The NFL's official UK broadcast information says that two NFL games are shown free-to-air every Sunday across 5's platforms during the regular season, with a 6pm game on 5Action and a 9pm headline game on 5.
And importantly for NFL fans in London, all three 2026 London games are being shown live on 5.
That means you don't necessarily need an expensive sports subscription just to watch the London games.
If you're visiting London and staying in a hotel or accommodation with normal UK television access, check the current 5 schedule for the game.
You can also use 5's supported streaming options.
3. Watch NFL on Sky Sports
If you want more comprehensive NFL coverage, Sky Sports is another option.
Sky Sports continues to provide the most extensive NFL coverage in the UK, showing more than half of the league's games live throughout the season.
Its coverage includes Sunday games, primetime matchups, NFL RedZone, Thanksgiving games, the playoffs and Super Bowl LXI.
The London games are also carried live on Sky Sports.
For example, the October 11 Eagles-Jaguars game is listed for 2:30pm on Sky Sports, while the October 18 Texans-Jaguars game has the same London kickoff time.
If you already have Sky Sports, this is one of the simplest ways to follow the NFL.
4. Watch Every NFL Game With NFL Game Pass on DAZN
If you're the sort of person who doesn't want to miss a game, this is the option to know about.
NFL Game Pass on DAZN is the NFL's international streaming service and is described by the league as the place to watch every NFL game live or on demand, subject to UK and Ireland blackout restrictions.
It also includes features such as:
NFL RedZone
NFL Network
Full-game replays
Game in 40
Highlights
Original NFL programming
Multiview on eligible subscriptions/devices
So if you're following a specific team rather than only watching the London games, Game Pass can make much more sense than relying on free-to-air coverage.
Where Can You Watch the NFL in a London Sports Bar?
You don't necessarily need a television in your hotel room.
London has plenty of sports bars and pubs that show American sports, although always check with the venue before travelling for a particular NFL game. Not every pub will show every fixture.
Some useful options include:
Belushi's London Bridge
A sports-bar option near London Bridge, making it convenient if you're already around Borough Market or the South Bank.
Kings Sports Bar at The Empire Casino
Right in Leicester Square and useful if you're spending the evening around the West End.
BLOODSPORTS by MEATliquor
A dedicated sports-bar-style option in Covent Garden, particularly useful if you're already around the West End.
Famous Three Kings
In West Kensington and known as a sports-focused pub.
Greenwood
Near Victoria, making it convenient if you're around Westminster, Victoria or Buckingham Palace.
The important thing is to ask before you go.
For a major London NFL game, many venues may be busy, and some may have special events, reservations or minimum-spend arrangements.
What Time Are NFL Games in London?
This is one of the nicest things about watching the NFL in London.
You don't have to stay awake until 1am for the London games.
The 2026 London games all have a 2:30pm local kick-off.
That means you can:
12:00pm - Have lunch
1:00pm - Head towards the stadium
2:30pm - Kick-off
Around 5:30pm - Game finishes
6:00pm onwards - Dinner, drinks or explore London
It makes an NFL game much easier to fit into a normal London weekend.
Do You Need to Understand American Football?
Not at all.
You can enjoy the atmosphere without knowing every rule.
But if you're completely new to the NFL, there are a few things worth understanding before your first game.
Four downs
A team normally gets four attempts, called downs, to move the ball forward by at least 10 yards.
Touchdown
The main scoring play is a touchdown, worth six points.
Field goal
A team can kick the ball through the uprights for three points.
Quarterback
Usually the player who throws the ball and directs the offence.
Super Bowl
The championship game at the end of the NFL season.
That's enough to get you started.
You can learn the rest while watching.
What Is the Atmosphere Like at an NFL London Game?
This is probably the best reason to go in person.
An NFL London game doesn't feel exactly like going to a Premier League match.
There are American-style fan zones, merchandise, food, music, team jerseys and supporters who have travelled from the United States.
But there is also something distinctly London about it.
You might see Eagles fans walking through Tottenham in the morning, Jaguars supporters on the Underground and people who have never watched an NFL game before heading to the stadium simply because they want to experience it.
That's part of what makes the London games interesting.
They're not just American sports transplanted into London.
They've become their own kind of London sporting event.
What Should You Do Around an NFL Game?
Don't make the stadium your entire day.
If you're going to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, give yourself some time around Tottenham before or after the game.
You can explore the local area, have lunch and then head towards the stadium.
For Wembley, you can combine the game with a day around northwest London.
And if you aren't going to the stadium, you can make your NFL viewing part of a wider London day.
For example:
Borough Market → London Bridge → sports bar → NFL
or
West End → Covent Garden → sports bar → NFL
or
Tottenham → local food → stadium → post-game drinks
The early afternoon kick-off makes this surprisingly easy.
Can You Watch the NFL Outside the London Games?
Absolutely.
The London games are simply the part of the NFL season that happens in London.
The regular NFL season continues for months afterwards.
If you're watching from the UK, you can use 5, Sky Sports or NFL Game Pass on DAZN, depending on how much football you want to watch.
This is especially useful if you discover that you actually enjoy the sport after attending a London game.
You might arrive thinking:
“I'll watch one NFL game.”
And a few weeks later you're explaining why your team's offensive line is the reason your Sunday is ruined.
It happens.
NFL in London vs Watching at Home
So which should you choose?
Watch at the stadium if:
You want the full experience.
You want to experience the atmosphere.
You are visiting London during one of the games.
You enjoy live sport.
Watch at a sports bar if:
You want a social experience.
You don't have a ticket.
You want to watch with other fans.
You don't want to pay for a stadium ticket.
Watch on 5 if:
You want to watch for free.
You're mainly interested in the London games.
You don't need every NFL game.
Choose Sky Sports if:
You watch a lot of NFL.
You want broader live coverage.
You already have a Sky Sports subscription.
Choose NFL Game Pass on DAZN if:
You want the widest possible NFL coverage.
You follow a particular team.
You want replays and additional NFL content.
So, Is NFL Actually a Thing in London?
Yes.
And that's probably the biggest takeaway.
NFL in London isn't just a novelty that happens once every few years.
The league has been bringing regular-season games to London since 2007, and the city now has a growing American football audience, dedicated viewing venues and a regular place on the NFL's international calendar.
In October 2026 alone, London is hosting three regular-season games.
Two at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
One at Wembley.
So if you're in London and someone asks whether you can watch the NFL here, the answer is very simple:
Yes.
You can watch it live in a stadium.
You can watch it for free at home.
You can watch it in a sports bar.
Or you can follow practically the entire league through NFL Game Pass.
American football has crossed the Atlantic.
And London seems quite happy to have it.
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