Following the NFL’s announcement this lunchtime, Wembley Stadium connected by EE has issued the following statement:

"Wembley has enjoyed a unique and successful relationship with the NFL since the International Series commenced in 2007. American Football has been embraced by fans in the UK and Europe and has grown year-on-year.

“Amongst the numerous successes has been the growth of the Jacksonville Jaguars whose community engagement and annual appearances have given a sense of the NFL's long-term commitment to the sport in the UK.

“Wembley Stadium has a proven record of hosting some of the world's biggest events, from record breaking concerts, UEFA Champions League Finals, to the upcoming Rugby World Cup fixtures and the UEFA 2020 European Championship Semi-Finals and Final and we look forward to the NFL remaining part of this iconic venue’s annual schedule.”