The Detroit Lions face the New England Patriots in Munich on Sunday, with kickoff set for 15.30 local time (14.30 UTC) at the Allianz Arena, as the NFL stages its third regular-season game in the Bavarian capital.
American football returns to Germany as the National Football League brings a high-stakes cross-conference matchup to Munich. The city previously hosted games in 2022 and 2024, cementing the venue as a core piece of the league’s international expansion strategy.
Watch the Matchup on Television or via Livestream
Fans in Germany can watch the matchup on free-to-air television. RTL begins its live coverage from the stadium an hour before kickoff. Pay-TV broadcaster Sky also carries the game, while digital viewers can access paid livestreams through RTL+ and Wow. DAZN offers coverage via the NFL Game Pass, and local sports bars and pubs across Munich broadcast the action.
Team Fan Pubs Across Munich
Eleven NFL franchises holding official marketing rights in Germany have established headquarters at traditional Munich restaurants and beer halls. The Lions, appearing as the designated home team, host events at the Hofbräuhaus.
The Patriots take over the Paulaner im Tal and the Augustiner Stammhaus. Additional team gatherings stretch across the city center, from the Indianapolis Colts at the Weissen Bräuhaus im Tal to the Green Bay Packers at the Nachtkantine am Ostbahnhof.
Use Subway or Parking Lots to Reach the Stadium
Event organizers advise ticket holders to use the U6 subway line to reach the Fröttmaning station. Drivers can access stadium parking lots P2 and P3 starting at 10.30 local time. Fan activity areas, food stands, and merchandise kiosks outside the arena open three hours before kickoff at 12.30. League officials recommend arriving early to clear security checkpoints and ticket scans.
Pre-Game and Halftime Entertainment
American country singer Drew Baldridge performs the United States national anthem prior to kickoff. Bavarian brass-funk-ska band LaBrassBanda follows with the German national anthem. During halftime, the American rock band Cage The Elephant takes the field for a live performance.
Odeonsplatz Open-Air Fan Festival
The Detroit Lions host a two-day open-air fan festival at Odeonsplatz on Friday and Saturday. Both events begin at 17.00 local time with Detroit-rooted musical acts, featuring DJ Kevin Saunderson on Friday and rapper Big Sean on Saturday. A pop-up food truck representing Detroit rapper Eminem’s “Mom’s Spaghetti” brand also operates on the square.
Star Players to Watch
Wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown plays his first career game in his home country. Born to a German mother and an American father, St. Brown joined the Lions in the fourth round of the 2021 draft.
He signed a four-year contract extension worth approximately $120 million in April 2024, following four consecutive seasons exceeding 1,000 receiving yards and four Pro Bowl selections. He teams up with quarterback Jared Goff, running back Jahmyr Gibbs, and pass rusher Aidan Hutchinson.
The Patriots counter with quarterback Drake Maye. The team captain ranks 11th in the league’s top-100 player list, entering the contest with 2,282 passing yards, 18 passing touchdowns, and three rushing touchdowns through nine games. Wide receiver DeMario Douglas, linebacker Elijah Ponder, and cornerback Christian Gonzalez round out key contributors for New England.
Economic Impact for Munich
The city’s previous NFL matchups generated substantial tourism revenue. Revenue rose to 48 million euros during the 2024 fixtures, with city officials projecting comparable economic activity for the current weekend.
Detroit and New England Pursue Playoff Positioning
Detroit enters the matchup with a 6-2 record, holding the favorite status in the NFC North as the team pursues playoff positioning. New England sits at 5-4 following a 45-27 home loss to the Green Bay Packers.
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