NFL Academy to Return to G.I.F.T. in 2027
GLOBAL FOOTBALL IS EXCITED TO WELCOME NFL ACADEMY BACK TO IRELAND NFL Academy (UK) vs. Hun School (NJ) in G.I.F.T. 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NFL Academy Returns to the Global Ireland Football Tournament for a Third Time in 2027 Dublin, Ireland – Global Football is...
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U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Ed Walsh to Conduct Ceremonial Coin Toss at Energia Park G.I.F.T. 2026
U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Ed Walsh performs the ceremonial coin toss at the 2025 G.I.F.T. event, ahead of the Hun School vs. NFL Academy. Photo by Charmaeducs Photgraphy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Edward S. Walsh to Perform Ceremonial Coin Flip...
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Episcopal Baton Rouge to Kick Off 2027 Season in Ireland
Knights Accept Invitation from Global Football; join NCAA Season Opener August 6, 2026 In 2012, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish began their season against the US Naval Academy in Dublin, starting the Aer Lingus College Football Classic tradition. Patrick Steenberge of...
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2026 Global Ireland Football Tournament
PRESS RELEASE Global Ireland Football Tournament (GIFT) 2026 to Showcase the Best of American High School Football in Dublin for the 7th Time since 2012. The Global Ireland Football Tournament (GIFT) 2026 will take place on Friday, 28 August 2026, with the headline...
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2026 G.I.F.T. Football Tickets on Sale Now!
American High School Football in Ireland. Grapevine Faith High School vs. Ambassador Christian High School. Texas vs. North Carolina. Join us for Friday Night Lights in Dublin, IE on Friday, August 28, 2026. Kickoff at 3:00 PM local in Dublin, Ireland at Energia Park....
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Ohio Northern’s Magical Irish Journey: Culture, Cliffs, and Lifelong Impact!
What an unforgettable journey for the Ohio Northern University Polar Bears! For the latest chapter in their partnership with Global Football, ONU headed across the Atlantic once again, building on the incredible experiences they’ve shared with us in the past. This...
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CMS Stags’ European Adventure & the Elevation of American Football in Portugal
The Claremont McKenna Mudd Scripps (CMS) Stags recently completed a memorable journey through Spain and Portugal, blending rich cultural exploration with on-field excellence in an extremely impactful trip for international American football. The adventure began in...
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Global Ireland Football Tournament (G.I.F.T.) 2026 Returns to Dublin
Dublin, Ireland – May 29, 2026 – Global Football is pleased to announce the 7th edition of the Global Ireland Football Tournament (G.I.F.T.), scheduled for Friday, August 28, 2026, at Energia Park in Dublin 2, Ireland. The prestigious venue, traditionally known as...
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Ohio Northern University to travel again with Global Football… this time, Ireland!
Polar Bear fans and football enthusiasts, get ready for another epic chapter in Ohio Northern University’s international journey. The Polar Bears are teaming up once again with Global Football for an unforgettable tour of Ireland this May 2026. After successful...
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Global Bowl Puerto Rico Recap: IMG Academy Ascender Elite Shines in their 5th Global Bowl
We are thrilled to share the highlights from our most recent Global Bowl Series event in Puerto Rico, held April 29 – May 3, 2026, with the IMG Academy Ascender Elite football program. This marked our fifth installment of the series, and the experience surpassed every...
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Portugal is Ready for the FLAD International Cup Clash on May 23!
Football fans, mark your calendars! Saturday, May 23, American football is taking center stage in Portugal. The FLAD International Cup is set to ignite Estádio Municipal Mário Wilson in Oeiras with an unforgettable showdown that promises high-octane action,...
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What a Night! Recapping the 2026 Global Football Showcase at IMG Academy
What an unforgettable evening under the lights at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida! On April 24, 2026, the 2026 Global Football Showcase turned the campus into a true international football playground. This wasn’t just any game—it was a milestone celebration packed...
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