The Green Bay Packers have announced that they will not participate in any international games during the 2024 NFL season. This year marks a significant moment for the league, as it will host a record total of seven international games, including matches in São Paulo, Dublin, London, Berlin, and Madrid—each of which will see NFL action for the first time.
Notably, while the Packers will sit out from international play this season, their NFC North rivals, the Minnesota Vikings, will participate in two games abroad. The Vikings will face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin and the Cleveland Browns at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
Looking ahead, the NFL is set to unveil its full schedule on May 14. However, two key matchups for the Packers have already been revealed: they will host the Philadelphia Eagles on November 10 at Lambeau Field and will visit the Chicago Bears on December 20 at Soldier Field.
Historically, the Packers have participated in international games, playing against the New York Giants in London in 2022 and the Philadelphia Eagles in São Paulo in 2024, although they were unable to secure victories in either matchup. This absence of international games for the Packers in 2024 signals a pivot in their schedule, allowing them to focus on their local rivals and home performance.
The upcoming international games will mark a notable first for several locations, further expanding the NFL’s global reach and enhancing the experience for international fans. The successful integration of international games into the NFL schedule opens up exciting possibilities for the future, showcasing the league’s commitment to growing its audience worldwide.