The NFL is officially heading to France. The New Orleans Saints and the Pittsburgh Steelers are scheduled to face off in a historic matchup in Paris, per Adam Schefter of ESPN.
The move signifies a major expansion of the NFL's International Series. While the league has established a firm presence in the United Kingdom and Germany, this will mark the first time a regular-season game is held in the French capital. The selection of the Saints and Steelers brings two of the league's most storied franchises to the global stage.
At this time, the NFL has not confirmed the specific date, kickoff time, or the venue for the contest. Further details regarding ticket sales and the full international schedule are expected to be released in the coming weeks. This matchup is part of the league's ongoing commitment to play at least four international games per season as it seeks to grow its audience across Europe.
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