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Steelers and Saints prepare for game in Paris amid referee controversy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 9:09 AM

Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Steelers and Saints prepare for game in Paris amid referee controversy

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints are set to meet in Paris on Sunday. The matchup follows fan frustration regarding the assignment of referee Bill Vinovich, known for a controversial no-call in the 2019 NFC Championship Game. The Saints, currently 2-4, aim to improve their record against the 4-2 Steelers. Vinovich has not officiated a Saints regular-season game since the incident but did work a Saints preseason game in 2024. The game has reignited old grievances within the Saints fanbase, leading to a wave of criticism regarding his assignment.

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By the Numbers

•Steelers hold a record of 4-2, Saints at 2-4 ahead of the game.
•Bill Vinovich officiated a controversial NFC Championship Game no-call in 2019.
•The Saints have not had Vinovich as an official in regular-season games since then.
•Fan reactions reveal deep-rooted frustrations with Vinovich's assignment this weekend.
•Match is scheduled for Sunday in Paris.

Latest Updates

9:09 AMYahoo Sports — ‘That’s Odd,’ ‘He Should Have Been Fired’ — NFL Fans React As Referee at Center of Infamous No-Call Gets Steelers-Saints Game Assignment in Paris

What they're saying

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The Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints are heading to Paris on Sunday, with both teams looking to get back on track and improve their records. The Saints enter the matchup at 2-4, while the Steelers sit at 4-2.
— Yahoo Sports

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