Steelers lead Saints 13-10 at halftime as NFL presses on with Paris debut amid protests

Steelers lead Saints 13-10 at halftime as NFL presses on with Paris debut amid protests

The Pittsburgh Steelers led the New Orleans Saints 13-10 at halftime in the NFL's first regular-season game in Paris, and league officials said the contest would go ahead despite ongoing protests. The league had earlier confirmed that preparations for the Week 7 matchup would stay on schedule despite recent demonstrations, a stance echoed by Commissioner Roger Goodell after receiving security assurances from U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Former quarterback Boomer Esiason warned the game could inflame unrest, and President Donald Trump urged the league to consider postponement.

In response to safety concerns, the NFL and the Steelers cancelled a planned fan gathering and closed a Paris fan hub, while the U. S. State Department issued a travel alert as protests continued. Nevertheless, the league reiterated that the kickoff at Stade de France would proceed as planned.

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October 25, 2026
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Steelers edge Saints 13-10 at halftime in NFL's inaugural Paris regular-season game amid security concerns
Steelers edge Saints 13-10 at halftime in NFL's inaugural Paris regular-season game amid security concerns

Yahoo Sports • 25 Oct 15:06

The Pittsburgh Steelers held a 13-10 lead over the New Orleans Saints at halftime in the NFL's first regular-season game in Paris, while league officials said the event will proceed despite recent protests in the city.

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NFL proceeds with Steelers-Saints game in Paris despite protests and security concerns
NFL proceeds with Steelers-Saints game in Paris despite protests and security concerns

Fox News • 25 Oct 13:33

The NFL held the first regular-season game in France as the Pittsburgh Steelers faced the New Orleans Saints at Stade de France, even though large protests and civil unrest led to the cancellation of pre-game fan events.

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Steelers and Coach Arrive in Paris for NFL's First Game in France
Steelers and Coach Arrive in Paris for NFL's First Game in France

WTAE • 25 Oct 12:05

The Pittsburgh Steelers and head coach Tom Arth traveled to Paris ahead of the NFL's inaugural regular-season matchup against the New Orleans Saints, with the local station set to broadcast the event.

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NFL confirms Steelers-Saints game in Paris despite ongoing protests
NFL confirms Steelers-Saints game in Paris despite ongoing protests

NBC Sports • 25 Oct 00:50

The NFL says the scheduled kickoff between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints at Stade de France will proceed on Sunday, even as large demonstrations continue in the city.

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October 24, 2026
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NFL shuts Paris fan venues amid security concerns and protests ahead of Saints-Steelers game
NFL shuts Paris fan venues amid security concerns and protests ahead of Saints-Steelers game

The Guardian • 24 Oct 17:30

The league closed its Paris fan attractions on Saturday due to accessibility and security worries, as police prepared for protests surrounding the first regular-season NFL game in France.

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NFL Faces Security Concerns Ahead of Steelers-Saints Game in Paris
NFL Faces Security Concerns Ahead of Steelers-Saints Game in Paris

NBC Sports • 24 Oct 13:05

The league has cancelled fan events and the U.S. State Department issued a travel alert as protests continue in Paris, prompting calls to relocate the upcoming game.

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Steelers hold community events ahead of NFL's first game in Paris
Steelers hold community events ahead of NFL's first game in Paris

Steelers.com • 24 Oct 12:04

Former Steelers players and staff conducted youth clinics, charitable visits and cultural tours in Paris before the league's inaugural French matchup.

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NFL closes Paris fan hub as protests loom ahead of Steelers-Saints game
NFL closes Paris fan hub as protests loom ahead of Steelers-Saints game

Yahoo Sports • 24 Oct 11:55

The NFL shut its Paris fan center on Saturday citing accessibility concerns, while French authorities prepared for large-scale protests before the league's inaugural regular-season game in the country.

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October 23, 2026
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Trump raises concerns over NFL Paris game amid French protests
Trump raises concerns over NFL Paris game amid French protests

USA Today • 23 Oct 17:44

President Donald Trump said the NFL should consider postponing the Steelers-Saints matchup in Paris because of the unrest in France, while league officials said security plans remain solid.

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Paris soccer match between PSG and Lyon postponed amid local unrest
Paris soccer match between PSG and Lyon postponed amid local unrest

NBC Sports • 23 Oct 15:06

The Ligue 1 game scheduled for Sunday at Parc des Princes was moved to Monday after police requested the change due to demonstrations in the city.

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October 22, 2026
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NFL cancels Steelers fan event in Paris due to security concerns
NFL cancels Steelers fan event in Paris due to security concerns

ESPN • 22 Oct 17:13

The NFL and the Pittsburgh Steelers announced the cancellation of a planned fan gathering in Paris after recent protests raised safety concerns, while preparations for the NFL game at Stade de France remain on schedule.

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October 21, 2026
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NFL commissioner says security assurances from U.S. Secretary of State support Paris game
NFL commissioner says security assurances from U.S. Secretary of State support Paris game

Fox News • 21 Oct 17:46

Commissioner Roger Goodell said the league is confident the inaugural NFL game in France will proceed safely after receiving assurances from Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

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October 20, 2026
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NFL proceeds with inaugural Paris game despite local unrest
NFL proceeds with inaugural Paris game despite local unrest

NBC Sports • 20 Oct 16:36

The New Orleans Saints arrived in Paris for the Week 7 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, while the league prepares fan events amid ongoing protests in the city.

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October 19, 2026
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Boomer Esiason warns NFL Paris game could fuel unrest
Boomer Esiason warns NFL Paris game could fuel unrest

Awful Announcing • 19 Oct 21:34

Former NFL quarterback Boomer Esiason expressed concern that the league's scheduled game in Paris might exacerbate ongoing protests, while the NFL confirmed the event will proceed as planned.

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October 18, 2026
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NFL confirms Paris game proceeds despite French unrest
NFL confirms Paris game proceeds despite French unrest

NBC Sports • 18 Oct 14:00

The league says preparations for the Week 7 matchup between the Steelers and Saints at Stade de France remain on track, with no impact from recent protests.

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