NFL explores possible regular season game played in UAE

More American pro sports are looking at the Gulf as a showcase to broaden their international appeal.

Following Abu Dhabi’s annual NBA basketball series, the NFL said it’s exploring the possibility of playing a regular-season game in the UAE, Reuters reports.

Peter O’Reilly, the league’s executive vice president, said there is “strong interest” among NFL team owners in hosting a game in Dubai or Abu Dhabi.

The league expanded its global markets program on Monday by granting international marketing rights in the UAE to the Los Angeles Rams, San Francisco 49ers and Washington Commanders.