International Birds fans flock to NFL Pro Shop in London for Eagles merchandise

Fans from various European countries are making their way to London's NFL Pro Shop to purchase Philadelphia Eagles merchandise before the team's Sunday matchup against the Jaguars. Dennis Brockington, a military personnel from South Philadelphia now residing in Spain, shared that the NFL, particularly the Eagles, is gaining popularity across different regions of the world. He mentioned that various English-speaking countries, including Spain, Portugal, Scotland, and Wales, are embracing the NFL.

German fan Leo Kamphuis traveled to London to not only watch his beloved team play but also acquire Eagles gear. Kamphuis expressed his excitement about seeing the Eagles in England, stating that he wouldn't have to fly to America to fulfill his desire to watch his favorite team compete. Kamphuis, who now plays defensive tackle in a German league, has become a fan of American football and enjoys the gameplay.

As the European fans gear up for Sunday's game, Philadelphia Eagles fans back home can find unique London-themed merchandise at Minor Details in the city's Manayunk and Fishtown neighborhoods. Owner Mallory Minor mentioned that they started receiving London merch requests as early as August.