Paris welcomes first NFL game with a party a day after protests
Summary
The Pittsburgh Steelers beat the New Orleans Saints 16-10 in the NFL’s first regular-season game in Paris on October 25, 2026. The game at Stade de France drew a festive crowd and took place a day after protests over living costs and inequality led to clashes in Paris and Marseille.Key Facts
- The Steelers defeated the Saints by a score of 16-10.
- Stade de France in Saint-Denis hosted the NFL’s first regular-season game in Paris.
- The game was played in a calm atmosphere, with a large crowd and a brief halftime show.
- Nigerian rapper Burna Boy and French singer Yseult performed at halftime.
- More than 100,000 people protested in the Paris area on Saturday, according to the article.
- Protesters denounced rising living costs and growing inequality.
- Some NFL and fan events were canceled over the weekend, mainly because of their locations in central Paris.
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