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NFL Brings First Regular-Season Game to Berlin on Nov. 9: Colts vs. Falcons

Citywide activations highlight the NFL’s push into Germany, drawing scrutiny over ticket prices and public funding.

Overview

  • Kickoff is set for 15:30 CET at Berlin’s Olympiastadion, with roughly 70,000 to 72,000 spectators expected and stadium gates opening at 12:30.
  • RTL carries the game free-to-air from 14:30, with streaming on RTL+ and DAZN, and a large RTL watch party hosted at the Uber Eats Music Hall.
  • The NFL Experience at the Brandenburger Tor features a mini flag-football field and clinics with former players, complemented by fan zones, team pubs and citywide brand activations.
  • The halftime performer is The Kid LAROI, with pregame anthems by the German Gents and Norma Jean Martine.
  • Berlin’s Senate has budgeted €12.5 million for three games through 2029 and the NFL has pledged €50 million to 2029 for programs, as commentators question the league’s claim of one million ticket inquiries and cite high prices from about €185 to €375.