# NHL expansion and events in Germany

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nhl-expansion-and-events-in-germany
> Updated: 2026-08-23T21:02:23.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 2.

The National Hockey League (NHL) and the NHL Players’ Association (NHLPA) have committed to hosting regular-season games in Germany as part of the 2027 NHL Global Series. The initiative includes scheduled games in Düsseldorf for December 2026, followed by matches in Munich and Cologne during the 2027-28 season featuring the Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers.

To support growth in the German market, the league has formed a strategic partnership with soccer club FC Bayern Munich and is investing in youth development and community engagement. Building on this expansion, the NHL is exploring the possibility of hosting an outdoor game in Europe, with Munich’s Allianz Arena identified as a primary candidate. Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly has described the prospect of an outdoor match as a “real matter” that could occur within the next few years. The league is also evaluating potential events in Finland, Sweden, and the Czech Republic.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: NHL considers hosting outdoor game at Munich's Allianz Arena

The NHL is considering hosting an outdoor game in Europe, with Munich's Allianz Arena identified as a top candidate for the event.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nhl-considers-hosting-outdoor-game-at-munichs-allianz-arena

### 2026-08-19: NHL to host regular-season games in Germany in 2027

The NHL will host regular-season games in Munich and Cologne during the 2027-28 season, featuring the Boston Bruins and Edmonton Oilers as part of a multi-year expansion into Germany.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nhl-announces-hometown-remix-special-edition-jersey-program

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