New England Patriots Owner Champions NFL London Franchise

Robert Kraft, the New England Patriots owner, has today suggested the NFL should have a franchise in London.

Speaking to SkySports.com Kraft said: “I personally think we should have a franchise in London and that is something I am going to push for.

“I think I said that the last time we were over here in 2009 and before this next decade is out, I hope we have a team here. I think that would be right for the NFL and this fan base has proven they deserve it.”

Kraft stressed, however, that that team won’t be the Patriots. He also said he likes the idea of the Patriots playing a game in London annually.

“We lobbied hard to come back after having such a good experience in 2009. We would love to be the permanent visiting team. It was good for team bonding and everyone really enjoyed our last trip to London,” he said, before noting the support the Patriots receive from their growing UK fan base.

The Patriots face the Rams at Wembley Stadium on Oct. 28.