The Stade de France will host the first-ever official NFL game played in France on Sunday, October 25, 2026, featuring a matchup between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New Orleans Saints, according to a broadcast announcement released by France Télévisions.
Stade de France Hosts Historic Matchup
The fixture brings two historically significant NFL franchises to Saint-Denis. The Pittsburgh Steelers enter the contest with six Super Bowl titles to their name, ranking them among the most successful organizations in professional football history. Across the field, the New Orleans Saints bring a passionate community alongside their victory in 2010. France Télévisions confirmed that it secured exclusive, free-to-air broadcast rights in France for the landmark event.
Burna Boy Headlines Halftime Show at Stade De France
To capture the atmosphere at the Stade de France, the public broadcaster outlined a comprehensive on-site production plan. Matthieu Lartot will handle play-by-play commentary alongside analysts Samyr Hamoudi and Philippe Gardent. Reporting from the sidelines, Olivia Leray will track the pre-game atmosphere, in-match adjustments, and post-game reactions from the stadium floor.
Organizers have also scheduled a major musical performance for the intermission. Burna Boy will headline the halftime show on the field in Saint-Denis.
October NFL Schedule on francetv sport
The Paris fixture anchors a broader autumn schedule of professional football broadcasts across France Télévisions platforms. Before the teams arrive at the Stade de France, the network’s sports channel will air three international series games originating from London throughout October:
- Sunday, October 4: Washington Commanders vs. Indianapolis Colts at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Sunday, October 11: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Philadelphia Eagles at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Sunday, October 18: Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans at Wembley Stadium
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