The Atlanta Falcons are still trying to figure out their identity as they kick off the second half of their 2026 NFL regular season schedule. In Week 9, they will face the Cincinnati Bengals at Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain. This international matchup starts at 9:30 a.m. ET on the NFL Network.
The Bengals sit in second place in the AFC North with a 5-2 record. Offensively, the team is averaging nearly 30 points per game behind quarterback Joe Burrow’s stellar campaign. Cincinnati has won three straight games coming into Week 9.
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As for the Falcons, they were shut out by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to fall to 3-5 overall. We’ve seen Atlanta upset the Green Bay Packers and San Francisco 49ers earlier this season, but can the team do it again in Madrid?
Here’s everything you need to watch, stream and listen to Sunday’s showdown between the Falcons and the Bengals in Madrid.
What channel is Falcons vs. Bengals on today?
Sunday’s game will air nationally on the NFL Network. Fans in Cincinnati and Atlanta can also watch the game in local markets.
NFL Week 9 Game details
Kickoff for Sunday’s game is at 9:30 a.m. ET at Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain.
Fans in Atlanta can tune in on 92.9 FM “The Game” radio to hear today’s game.
Falcons uniforms vs. Bengals
The Falcons are set to wear their new-look red uniforms on Sunday. As you can see below, the players will be wearing white pants, white gloves and black socks.
Make sure to tune in for today’s game at 9:30 a.m. ET on the NFL Network.
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Falcons starting lineups for Week 9 game vs. Cincinnati Bengals
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) hands the ball to running back Bijan Robinson (7) against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons starting lineups for Week 9 game vs. Cincinnati Bengals
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) hands the ball to running back Bijan Robinson (7) against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Ted Hurst III (17) warms up before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up before a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) warms up before a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; A detail view of Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) throwing hand before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterbacks Baker Mayfield (6) and Jalon Daniels (10) run onto the field for warmups before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers mascot Captain Fear performs before a game between the Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) greets his son Maverick Mayfield and wife Emily Mayfield before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) greets his son Maverick Mayfield and wife Emily Mayfield before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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NFC South: Bucs back from the dead after shutout win over Falcons
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers mascot Captain Fear performs before a game between the Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons placekicker Nick Folk (6) prepares to attempt a fifty-three-yard field goal against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws a pass against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws a pass against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) calls the snap count from under center against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) drops back to pass against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) hands the ball to running back Bucky Irving (7) against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Best photos from NFC South showdown
Nov 1, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers placekicker Chase McLaughlin (4) kicks a forty-six-yard field goal held by punter Riley Dixon (9) against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-Imagn Images
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