The Excitement of the NFL Returns to Mexico

On Sunday, November 22, 2026, Estadio Banorte will once again host one of the year's most anticipated sporting events as the San Francisco 49ers take on the Minnesota Vikings in an unforgettable NFL showdown.

The Week 11 matchup of the 2026 NFL season will mark a historic milestone for international football, becoming the first Sunday Night Football game ever played outside the United States. This landmark event further solidifies Mexico's position as one of the NFL's most important destinations for global expansion. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:20 p.m. Central Mexico Time (CT).

A Historic Return of the NFL to Mexico

The game marks the NFL's highly anticipated return to Mexico after a four-year absence. It will be the sixth official NFL regular-season game played in Mexico since 2005 and the first since 2022.

For Estadio Banorte, this matchup represents a new chapter as a premier host of world-class sporting events, welcoming thousands of fans from Mexico and around the world to a venue ready to deliver an unforgettable experience.

American football continues to enjoy tremendous popularity in Mexico. Today, the country is home to more than 40 million NFL fans, making it the league's largest fan base outside the United States. This enduring passion has established Mexico as a strategic market for the NFL, driving fan experiences, international events, and the continued growth of the sport for future generations.