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NFL Stages First Regular-Season Game in Ireland as Steelers Face Vikings at Croke Park

Goodell signals a repeat visit, with the Irish‑rooted Steelers fronting this phase of the NFL’s push overseas.

Overview

  • Kickoff is Sunday at 9:30 a.m. ET (2:30 p.m. local) at Croke Park, with the 2-1 Steelers designated as the home team against the 2-1 Vikings on NFL Network.
  • Both teams arrived in Dublin on Friday; Aaron Rodgers said he wished the Steelers had traveled earlier, while the NFL noted clubs set their own timelines and owner Art Rooney II called the schedule a football decision.
  • Pittsburgh added running back Jaylen Warren (knee) and tight end Jonnu Smith (hip) to this week’s injury report, potentially affecting its offensive plans.
  • Commissioner Roger Goodell said he has “no doubt” the Ireland game will be successful and that the league will return, citing a record seven international games this season and a long-term goal of 16 annually.
  • Dublin officials describe an electric citywide atmosphere and expect sizable short-term economic benefits for hotels, pubs and restaurants tied to the event.