The NFL is coming to Madrid for the first time next season. The Miami Dolphins had already been confirmed as participants in the game. Now their opponent has also been announced.

The upcoming NFL season will see a first: for the first time ever, a game will be played in Madrid.

It has been known for some time that the Miami Dolphins will be traveling to the Spanish capital. Now their opponents have also been confirmed. Several US media outlets are reporting that the Washington Commanders will be the opponents of the Florida franchise.

The two teams will face each other at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, the home stadium of soccer club Real Madrid.

Madrid: Date also set

The date of the game has also been leaked. According to reports, the Dolphins and the Commanders will face each other on November 16. That corresponds to the 11th game day of the regular season.

The trip is particularly attractive for the Dolphins, as they have a large market in Spain and exclusive marketing rights.