The NFL London Games are set to commence today.
Over a period of three weeks, the league will host three games in London, including two at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, which is home to a Premier League team. Kicking off at 9:30 a.m. ET today, the first matchup will feature the Indianapolis Colts against the Washington Commanders.
Both teams have played in London before and have participated in international games last season in a few notable instances for the NFL. For instance, the Colts were involved in the first-ever NFL game in Madrid, Spain, while the Commanders played in the inaugural NFL game held in Paris, France.
Watch Colts vs. Commanders for free
- When: Oct. 4, 9:30 a.m. ET
- Where: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London, England)
- How to watch for free: DIRECTV (five-day free trial)
- Channel: NFL Network
This season, the Colts have a record of 2-1 in international play, while the Commanders are still searching for their first victory abroad, holding an 0-2-1 record in international games.
Here’s how you can catch today’s matchup in the NFL International Series for free.
Colts vs. Commanders start time
The game between the Colts and Commanders is scheduled to start at 9:30 a.m. ET today, October 4.
How to watch Colts vs. Commanders for free
If you’re without cable, using a live TV streaming platform is necessary to watch the Colts versus the Commanders live for free.
DIRECTV is a recommended option for accessing live TV at no cost. Currently, they are offering a five-day free trial, which you can take advantage of before getting a discount of $30 on the first month. It’s worth considering the Choice plan since it includes NFL Network among its 125+ channels.
NFL International Series schedule 2026
| Teams | Location | Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colts vs. Commanders | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London, England) | Oct. 4 (Week 4) | 9:30 a.m. ET | NFL Network |
| Eagles vs. Jaguars | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (London, England) | Oct. 11 (Week 5) | 9:30 a.m. ET | NFL Network |
| Texans vs. Jaguars | Wembley Stadium (London, England) | Oct. 18 (Week 6) | 9:30 a.m. ET | NFL Network |
| Steelers vs. Saints | Stade de France (Paris, France) | Oct. 25 (Week 7) | 9:30 a.m. ET | NFL Network |
| Bengals vs. Falcons | Bernabéu Stadium (Madrid, Spain) | Nov. 8 (Week 9) | 9:30 a.m. ET | NFL Network |
| Patriots vs. Lions | FC Bayern Munich Area (Munich, Germany) | Nov. 15 (Week 10) | 9:30 a.m. ET | FOX |
| Vikings vs. 49ers | Estadio Banorte (Mexico City, Mexico) | Nov. 22 (Week 11) | 8:20 p.m. ET | NBC |
