It's an unprecedented event that the Stade de France is bringing you this weekend. On Sunday, October 25, 2026, France's largest stadium will host the first-ever regular-season game of the National Football League (NFL) to be held in France. Titled "NFL Paris Game 2026," the sporting event will see the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the New Orleans Saints.
As the Stade de France points out, 62 NFL regular-season games have been played outside the United States to date. American football has already made its way to London, Berlin, Munich, Madrid, São Paulo, Mexico City, Toronto and Dublin. On October 25, 2026, the NFL will therefore arrive at the Stade de France for the very first time, and is set to offer spectators and viewers an emotionally charged experience.
Have you managed to get your hands on the coveted ticket to this sporting event? Would you like to know what time the gates will open at the Stade de France and when kickoff is scheduled? Which routes are recommended for reaching the stadium in the Paris region by public transport? What items are prohibited inside? Here’s all the practical information you need to know before heading to the Stade de France for this American football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New Orleans Saints.
As for the timings, the Stade de France announced on its social media channels that the venue’s gates will open to the general public from 12:00 p.m. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m.
Planning to get to the Stade de France by public transport? You have several options: the Metro (lines 12, 13 and 14) or the RER (lines B and D). Find out which route to take depending on your entrance gate.
NFL Paris Game 2026 at the Stade de France: how to get there by public transport
This fall, the Stade de France opens its doors to the NFL! On Sunday, October 25, 2026, the Seine-Saint-Denis venue will host its very first American football game, pitting the Pittsburgh Steelers against the New Orleans Saints. Got your ticket to the match and plan to get to the stadium by public transport? Here are the Metro and RER lines that will help you dodge potential queues around the venue and reach as close as possible to your entrance. [Read more]
Another item of information concerns the many items banned at the Stade de France. The ban applies in particular to suitcases and large bags, professional cameras, audio recording devices, cameras with interchangeable lenses or lenses longer than 15 cm (6 inches), banners, emblems, badges, leaflets, objects that could be used as projectiles (glass objects, rigid poles with a large diameter, helmets, air horns, water bottles with caps and a capacity of more than 50 cl...), as well as laser pointers, pyrotechnic devices and articles, non-folding umbrellas and any alcoholic beverage. Find the full list here.
As for bags, the NFL has issued its guidelines. Here are the details of the NFL’s rules on bags allowed at Stade de France.
For the NFL Paris Game on October 25, 2026, at the Stade de France, it’s smart to check your bag before you head out. Approved bag sizes, water bottle policy, prohibited items, and entry guidelines: all the essential tips to prepare for your arrival. [Read more]
As at the Super Bowl and other NFL games, a star will take center stage during halftime. For this game at the Stade de France this Sunday, Nigerian artist Burna Boy will be part of the show.
The Stade de France is hosting an NFL regular-season game for the very first time. Scheduled for Sunday, October 25, 2026, the major American football event will feature a halftime show by Nigerian artist Burna Boy. [Read more]
Enjoy the match, everyone!
Dates and Opening Time
On October 25, 2026
Location
Stade de France
stade de france
93200 Saint Denis
Route planner
Official website
www.stadefrance.com
NFL Paris Game 2026 at the Stade de France: how to get there by public transport
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