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NFL looking at game in China as early as 2018

NFL looking at game in China as early as 2018
Posted at 12:04 PM, Mar 21, 2016
and last updated 2016-03-21 12:04:17-04

BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — The NFL is looking into playing a regular-season game in China as early as the 2018 season.

An analysis of how much interest there would be in such a game in the world's most populous country is under way and being discussed at this week's owners meetings. Few details have been settled, including which Chinese city the league will target.

Several teams have expressed a willingness to play in China, though the logistics would be more challenging than playing in London during the season.

This year, the NFL will stage three games in London — two at its usual venue, Wembley Stadium, and one at Twickenham rubgy ground. The league also will return to Mexico for a regular-season game in November.