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NFL and State Department Unite to Promote Global Football

1/31/2026

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The NFL and the U.S. State Department signed a memorandum to boost sports diplomacy via American football.
The agreement aims to expand football internationally by hosting events, clinics, and training sessions in markets.
The collaboration includes international NFL games and flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
The State Department will coordinate with U.S. embassies to support these efforts.
The plan calls for 150 events in over 65 countries.

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Story summary

The NFL and the U.S. State Department signed a memorandum to boost sports diplomacy via American football.
The agreement aims to expand football internationally by hosting events, clinics, and training sessions in markets.
The collaboration includes international NFL games and flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
The State Department will coordinate with U.S. embassies to support these efforts.
The plan calls for 150 events in over 65 countries.