The Santiago Bernab\u00e9u Stadium, home of Real Madrid CF, will be the setting for the historic first regular season match in Spain for the NFL, an event that promises to mark a milestone in global sport. The Miami Dolphins, one of the league’s most iconic teams, have been chosen to host this unprecedented match, which will take place in the Spanish capital in 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Brett Gosper, Director of Europe and APAC for the NFL, did not hide his enthusiasm when announcing the event: “This first match in Spain reflects our firm commitment to the global expansion of the NFL and the capture of new audiences. The Dolphins at the Bernab\u00e9u, the home of one of the biggest clubs in the world, demonstrates the universal appeal of our league and the power of this sport internationally.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For his part, Tom Garfinkel, Vice President, President and CEO of the Miami Dolphins, said: “It is an honor to play the first NFL game in Spain, a country with a rich tradition and passion for sport. There is a growing fan base for American football in this market and we are excited to help bring the excitement of the Dolphins to a new generation of fans in Madrid, a vibrant and energetic city.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Real Madrid, as host at the historic Bernab\u00e9u, also expressed its pride in hosting this international event. Emilio Butrague\u00f1o, the club\u2019s Director of Institutional Relations, said that this partnership with the NFL will bring \u201cone of the most prestigious competitions in the world to this stadium, a place that has welcomed millions of global fans.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n