For the first time in its history, the NFL sets foot in France with an exceptional regular-season game at the Stade de France on October 25, 2026.
It’s the announcement all sports fans have been waiting for: Paris is officially joining the NFL International Games schedule. On Sunday, October 25, 2026, the French capital will join the very exclusive circle of global cities (such as London, Munich, and Madrid) hosting the prestigious American football league. For this grand debut, the New Orleans Saints will take on the Pittsburgh Steelers on the field at the Stade de France. More than just a game, this event symbolizes the sport’s meteoric rise in France, as the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics approach—where flag football (the non-contact version) will make its historic debut on the Olympic program. Expect an “American-style” sports spectacle, combining top-level athletic performances, spectacular entertainment, and unprecedented crowd enthusiasm at the Saint-Denis stadium. The must-see halftime show will feature Burna Boy!
