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Commissioner Goodell emphasized that the decision to bring a regular season game to Australia has been years in the making. He stressed that Australia has always been on the NFL's radar as part of its global evolution, stating, “We want to continue to play around the world and become a global sport.” The league has learned from its previous international games and is now confident enough to navigate the logistical and competitive hurdles associated with hosting games overseas.
The substantial excitement observed in the Australian market, along with the NFL’s strategic plans, culminated in what Goodell describes as a spark that could ignite greater interest in American football within Australia.