The Vikings and Steelers will clash at Croke Park on September 28.
The National Football League today announced the schedule for the 2025 International Games that will be played across Europe in Dublin, London, Berlin, and Madrid— as part of the league’s long-term commitment to global expansion, driving year-round engagement in international markets.
The first-ever NFL Dublin game will take place on Sunday, September 28 with the Pittsburgh Steelers taking on the Minnesota Vikings at the iconic Croke Park stadium, home of the Gaelic Athletic Association and delivered in partnership with the Government of Ireland and Dublin City Council (Dublin City).
“We’re thrilled to welcome the Minnesota Vikings to Ireland this September for the first-ever NFL Dublin game at Croke Park,” said General Manager of NFL U.K. & Ireland Henry Hodgson. “Alongside the Pittsburgh Steelers, we can’t wait to bring world-class football to Dublin and make history together with passionate NFL fans in Ireland and those visiting from across the globe.”
“Playing in Ireland’s first-ever NFL game is an opportunity to introduce new fans to the Minnesota Vikings and help the league continue to make the game of football more accessible globally,” said Vikings Owner/President Mark Wilf. “To do so against a storied franchise like the Pittsburgh Steelers adds a unique challenge that makes this even more special. We are honored to be selected for this historic game and will be anxious to see what promises to be an electric gameday environment in Croke Park.”
“I welcome the news that the Minnesota Vikings have been chosen to play the Pittsburgh Steelers in our first-ever National Football League fixture in Dublin,” said Minister for Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport Patrick O’Donovan. “This event provides for a huge boost to tourism and hospitality in Ireland and indeed creates a great atmosphere in Dublin for visitors and locals alike. We look forward to welcoming the teams and supporters to Croke Park and to Dublin and beyond, as they take the opportunity to explore the many attractions that Ireland has to offer.”
“I am delighted to welcome the Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers for our first NFL fixture. The hosting of this major event presents a wonderful opportunity to deliver on our commitment to strengthen our political, cultural, economic and trade relationship with the U.S. at all levels,” said Minister of State with Responsibility for Sport Charlie McConalogue TD**. “**I look forward to welcoming thousands of American Football fans from America and further afield to our shores for what I am sure will be a fantastic sporting spectacle and one that will be of great benefit to Ireland."
Fans can register for ticket information at nfl.com/dublin. Tickets will go on sale this summer.