NFL plans to proceed with Saints-Steelers game in Paris despite unrest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 2:42 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026

The NFL confirmed that the Saints-Steelers game scheduled for next Sunday remains on as planned amid escalating protests in France. Local authorities are involved in ensuring security for the event, which will take place at Stade de France at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time. Ongoing protests have led to significant unrest, with 1,200 arrests reported and public demonstrations related to cost of living and education spending cuts. The NFL is monitoring the situation closely and communicating with both teams regarding updates. This game marks the league's first regular season match in France and is part of its ongoing international schedule.
- •Saints-Steelers game set for next Sunday at Stade de France
- •NFL is in contact with local authorities for safety measures
- •Protests in France involve over 550,000 participants and significant unrest
- •This marks the NFL's first regular season game in France
- •The game is one of nine international games on the NFL schedule this season
- 2:42 PMYahoo Sports — NFL Says Paris Game Still on as French Protests Escalate
"Unrest has grown in France in recent days.
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