France Télévisions has secured the rights to broadcast four NFL games in October, marking the first time the public-service broadcaster will air programming dedicated to American football. The slate features three matchups hosted in London alongside a headline fixture at the Stade de France in Paris, giving the league unprecedented exposure across French television networks.
October NFL Schedule and Broadcast Channels
The coverage begins on October 4 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where the Indianapolis Colts face the Washington Commanders. A week later, on October 11, the Philadelphia Eagles meet the Jacksonville Jaguars at the same London venue. The Jaguars remain in the United Kingdom, squaring off against the Houston Texans on October 18 at Wembley Stadium. These three London fixtures will stream exclusively on the france.tv/sport digital platform.
The centerpiece of the broadcast schedule arrives on October 25, when the New Orleans Saints play the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Stade de France. Unlike the London games, this Paris matchup will air live on France 2, granting the league a major showcase for French audiences.
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Entertainment and Digital Programming Plans
France Télévisions intends to replicate the stadium atmosphere typical of high-profile American sporting spectacles by staging halftime concerts featuring international artists. Beyond the live game windows, the broadcaster’s lineup includes dedicated studio programming examining the stakes of the matches, league stars, and behind-the-scenes reporting. This additional content will roll out across linear television channels and the network’s digital and social media platforms.
Growing Momentum Toward the 2028 Olympic Games
This broadcasting agreement arrives as American football expands its international footprint ahead of the Olympic movement. Flag football, a non-contact variant of the sport, is scheduled to make its Olympic debut at the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. This evolution could further reinforce interest for the discipline in France over the coming years.
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