NFL moves step closer to hosting game in Ireland

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Jacksonville Jaguars have been awarded the rights to market their franchises in Ireland.

TOUCHDOWN IRELAND: Pittsburgh Steelers running back Benny Snell Jr. (24) spikes the ball (Photo by Jeffrey Brown/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Ireland has taken a significant step towards hosting an NFL match in the future as the Pittsburgh Steelers and Jacksonville Jaguars have been awarded the rights to market their franchises in the North and the Republic.

Ireland, along with France, are the two latest countries to join the NFL’s global marketing program, which will allow teams to organise fan groups, sell media and sponsorship year-round.