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NFL and NBA Games Top UK Fans' Bucket Lists as American Sports Boom

The poll found 56% have US games on their bucket list, while 32% want better stadium facilities and 22% want more live entertainment.

  • A new Ticketmaster Sport poll of 2,000 enthusiasts reveals interest in American sports has surged 59 percent over the past five years, with half now wanting to watch a game in person.
  • Television exposure and star personalities drive this interest, while 27 percent of fans sparked their fascination after visiting America.
  • Fans ranked The Super Bowl , NBA Finals , and Open as top priorities; Ticketmaster Sport data shows 54 percent of sports fans also attend live music events.
  • Managing director Chris Gratton of Ticketmaster Sport said American sports have shifted from "niche interest" into a "true bucket-list experience," with NFL games touring Europe now more popular than ever.
  • Future attendance depends on enhanced stadium experiences, with OnePoll data showing 32 percent prioritizing improved facilities, 30 percent seeking premium seating, and 22 percent wanting in-seat food ordering.
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Half of sports fans now want to watch a game across the pond in person

American sports are booming in popularity in the UK – with half of sports fans now wanting to watch a game across the pond in person.

·Sheffield, United Kingdom
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Daily Mirror broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
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