Historic NFL Game Draws LaLiga Stars to Madrid
Date: November 17, 2025
This past Sunday, LaLiga’s prominent figures gathered at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium for a groundbreaking NFL game featuring the Washington Commanders against the Miami Dolphins. This marks the first-ever regular-season NFL matchup held in Spain.
Prior to the event, the stadium received a significant makeover, showcasing the pride of Real Madrid.
You’ve never seen the Bernabéu like this before! pic.twitter.com/bOHChziLlf
Before kickoff, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez and former coach Zinedine Zidane joined Isabel Díaz Ayuso, president of the Community of Madrid, and José Luis Martínez Almeida, the city’s mayor, for photos and friendly exchanges. Zidane also had the honor of tossing the coin to start the game.
Club president attends @NFL game at the Bernabéu. pic.twitter.com/IjNiW5ZZn0
Among the current players present were Atlético Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann, who is known for his love of American sports, and Koke. Additionally, Madrid defender Antonio Rüdiger attended the event.
Former Madrid forward and current Fenerbahçe player Marco Asensio was also seen at the game. Additionally, legends Iker Casillas and Guti, both retired, made an appearance, allowing Casillas to reconnect with Mexican legend Memo Ochoa.
¡SE ENCONTRARON LOS ARQUEROS!
Efusivo saludo entre Memo Ochoa e Iker Casillas en el Santiago Bernabéu. Los porteros se encontraron en el partido de NFL en Madrid.
(via oussifooty) pic.twitter.com/yo2k4Rv3Do
The halftime entertainment featured performances by Daddy Yankee and Bizarrap. Notably, this was the NFL’s final international game of the season, with plans to head to Mexico City next year.
The Dolphins clinched the victory in overtime, winning 16-13 thanks to a 29-yard field goal by Riley Patterson. During the game, Dolphins star Jack Jones celebrated a crucial interception by imitating Cristiano Ronaldo‘s iconic “SIU” celebration.
SIIIIIUUUUU pic.twitter.com/xKbpapLPPC
It was a remarkable day for everyone involved.
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