Could the Washington Commanders play in the first NFL game in Madrid, Spain, next season?
On Friday, the Dolphins announced they would be the official home team for the league’s first game in Madrid.
So, how does this involve the Washington Commanders? The Commanders are one of nine teams on Miami’s home schedule next season. The Bills, Patriots, Jets, Ravens, Bengals, Saints, Buccaneers, Chargers and Commanders are all possibilities to make the trip to Spain in 2025.
The NFL generally doesn’t schedule division opponents for international games, which would seemingly exclude the Bills, Jets, and Patriots. The league revealed last year that Madrid would host a game in 2025.
“We are thrilled to play the NFL’s inaugural game in Spain, a country of rich history,” Dolphins CEO Tom Garfinkel said in a statement. “There is a hunger for football in this market, and we are proud to join with the NFL in growing the game internationally while engaging with old and new fans alike. With the unique synergy between Miami and Madrid, we believe this is only the beginning for us in this incredible region and we look forward to bringing the excitement and community of Dolphins football to Spain in 2025 and beyond.”
¡Nos vemos en Madrid! 🇪🇸
We will be hosting the NFL’s first game in Madrid next season. pic.twitter.com/vfBltXlzkR
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) January 17, 2025
Miami is the fifth NFL team to be designated as a home team for international games next season. The Jaguars, Jets, and Browns will all play in London, while the Colts are the designated home team for a game in Germany. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell previously said he hoped to play eight international games in 2025.
