The NFL Comes to Germany 2023

The NFL is going to Germany

The NFL has announced two international games in Germany for 2023, one in Munich and one in Frankfurt. The games will be played on October 8 and 15.

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the NFL has said that it will be working with the German Football League (GFL) to select teams that will be popular with fans in Germany.

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Germany has a large and passionate fan base for American football, and the games are expected to be well-attended.

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The games have been played in a variety of countries, including the United Kingdom, Mexico, Japan, and Mexico.

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NFL's expansion into Germany is part of a larger strategy to grow the league's global reach.

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The NFL's decision to go to Germany is a positive development for the sport of American football.

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The NFL's games in Germany will be a major event for the country. They will interest in American football and help to promote the sport to a wider audience.

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The NFL's games in Germany are a sign of the league's commitment to international growth. It is important for the league to continue to expand its reach around the world.

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