The New England Patriots are packing their bags once again. As announced by the NFL this week, the team will head overseas for the 2026 International Series, marking their third trip abroad in the last four years. Come November, head coach Mike Vrabel’s squad will face the Detroit Lions at Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany. This will be the club’s second visit to Germany and their sixth international regular-season game overall.

So far, the Patriots hold a 3-2 record in these international matchups, though they’re coming off two straight losses on foreign soil. With that in mind, let’s take a stroll down memory lane and revisit their global gridiron history.

2009 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (London)
The Patriots’ first non-preseason game on international soil took place at London’s Wembley Stadium in 2009—and it was a rout. Led by an opportunistic defense that snagged three interceptions, including a pick-six from Brandon Meriweather, New England steamrolled the Buccaneers 35-7.

2012 vs. St. Louis Rams (London)
Three years later, the Rams found themselves in the same sorry spot at Wembley. After falling behind 7-0 early, the Patriots erupted for 45 unanswered points. Tom Brady tossed four touchdown passes, with Rob Gronkowski as his favorite target. The future Hall of Famers connected eight times for 146 yards and two scores in a dominant 45-7 win.

2017 vs. Oakland Raiders (Mexico City)
The Patriots’ first trip to Mexico in two decades left the Raiders with no chance. Brady threw three touchdowns, while Stephen Gostkowski nailed all four of his field goal attempts, including a career-long 62-yarder. Final score: New England 33, Oakland 8, keeping the Patriots perfect at 3-0 in international games.

2023 vs. Indianapolis Colts (Frankfurt)
The Patriots’ debut in Germany—a designated international marketing market for them—was a disaster from the opening kickoff. What was supposed to be a homecoming of sorts turned into a forgettable afternoon, setting the stage for their redemption tour in Munich come 2026.