American Express and the National Football League announced a multi-year global partnership naming American Express the NFL?s Official Payments Partner, beginning with the 2026 NFL season. The partnership will bring American Express? experiences, ticket access and perks to Card Members and football fans around the world, at select events from the preseason to the postseason, including NFL International Games.
At tentpole events including the NFL Draft and Super Bowl, American Express Card Members will have access to on-site activations along with special offers and promotions at other NFL moments throughout the year. As American Express builds on their successful global sports partnerships and sees continued growth in their international business, they will support the NFL in expanding the league?s global reach, including offering Amex Presale Tickets for all league-owned International Games, alongside localized activations in select countries. From March 31, at 6 p.m. ET through April 5, at 6 p.m. ET, Card Members will have access to purchase Amex Presale Tickets (while supplies last) for the 2026 NFL Melbourne Game taking place on September 10 at 6:30 p.m. ET between the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers.
At the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, American Express will pop up with an open-to-all fan experience and Card Member priority lanes for select NFL operated experiences. Eligible Card Members can make a reservation to enjoy a session in the Card Member Lounge and can enroll an eligible Card in an offer for purchases at NFL Shop locations on-site at the NFL Draft. The NFL joins American Express?
sports portfolio that spans more than fifty premier sports leagues, teams, venues and marquee events around the world. American Express has been expanding its football presence in key markets through club deals. For Atlanta Falcons, New York Giants, New York Jets and Miami Dolphins home games, Card Members have access to perks that include Amex Presale Tickets for select events (while supplies last) and a dedicated entrance or fast lane at each stadium.
Eligible Card Members can access a Card Member Lounge at select stadiums (subject to capacity limitations) and enroll in an exclusive concessions offer. Later this year, American Express and the NFL will introduce the NFL Extra Points American Express Credit Card, on the Amex Network, giving fans in the U.S. enhanced opportunities to earn rewards and unlock access to NFL experiences, from game tickets and merchandise to one-of-a-kind events. The NFL Extra Points American Express Credit Card will be issued by Comenity Capital Bank, a subsidiary of Bread Financial.
