Tom Brady returns to the field in Riyadh’s inaugural Fanatics Flag Football Classic during Riyadh Season 2026, joining NFL stars in a historic Saudi sports tourism and entertainment showcase.
WEBDESK — Tom Brady, the seven-time Super Bowl champion and one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history, is officially lacing up again — but this time, it’s for a different kind of stage. The 47-year-old icon will headline the Fanatics Flag Football Classic at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on March 21, 2026, as part of the Kingdom’s flagship Riyadh Season.
The news, first confirmed by global outlets including Reuters, New York Post, NFL.com, People, and TalkSport, has sent shockwaves across the sporting world. Brady’s “comeback” will feature him alongside a glittering lineup of current and former NFL stars: Saquon Barkley, Tyreek Hill, Christian McCaffrey, CeeDee Lamb, Rob Gronkowski, Myles Garrett, Maxx Crosby, Odell Beckham Jr., and Sauce Gardner. Legendary coaches Pete Carroll, Sean Payton, and Kyle Shanahan will call the shots.
This marks Brady’s first on-field appearance since his 2023 retirement, creating a spectacle that blends nostalgia with global sports diplomacy. The tournament will be broadcast live on FOX Sports and Tubi, ensuring massive global reach.
For Saudi Arabia, the event is more than football — it’s a strategic step in positioning the Kingdom as a powerhouse for sports tourism and entertainment. Riyadh Season has already drawn millions of visitors, and Brady’s presence is expected to supercharge global attention.
As People magazine put it: “Everything you need to know about his return is happening not in Boston or Tampa — but in Riyadh.”
Saudi Arabia, it seems, just scored the biggest touchdown of the season.
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