Source:REUTERS/Kirby Lee
[Saba Sports News] During the international break, the NFL held an overseas game at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, home of La Liga’s Real Madrid. For this match, Real Madrid star Antonio Rudiger was invited to attend. During the game, Rudiger was even invited to the commentary booth to share his knowledge of the NFL and his observations of the match. After the game, he updated his social media, posting photos from the event with the caption “It was an honor,” which garnered widespread attention from fans. This marked the first time the Bernabeu hosted an NFL game, representing a significant crossover breakthrough. Rudiger, as a well-known football figure, not only attended but also shared insights on the NFL commentary. His involvement can attract numerous football fans to turn their attention to American football. For the NFL, leveraging the influence of football stars like Rudiger and subsequently Zinedine Zidane can effectively boost its visibility in Europe, injecting momentum into the sport’s expansion in the European market, while also facilitating a collision and exchange between football and American football cultures.