US EditionWhat's the Craic? Steelers and Vikings Fans Set for Dublin Game
Over 76,000 fans will attend the NFL's inaugural regular season game in Ireland as the Steelers face the Vikings, highlighting the league's expanding international reach.
- On Sunday the Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers play the NFL's first regular-season game in Ireland at Croke Park, Dublin, which holds 82,000 fans.
- The NFL's international push includes 120-by-53.3-yard stadium makeovers and follows years of Rooney family lobbying since talks began in 2011 with Dan Rooney, former U.S. ambassador to Ireland.
- Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf turned an 80-yard slant into a touchdown and finished with 122 yards on 4 catches, while the Vikings trailed 14-6 at halftime.
- During the game, the Vikings lost two more offensive linemen, Brian O'Neill left with a knee injury, and Carson Wentz was sacked six times, showing wrist discomfort.
- The Irish government projects 30,000 international visitors and 64 million euros in economic activity, though some Irish residents objected to 9.95 million euros in government support, and observers say Dublin could become a recurring NFL destination.
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Pittsburgh Steelers fans celebrate early game at Blue Wolf Tavern
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) - Pittsburgh Steelers fans were up early Sunday morning for breakfast and brews. Pittsburgh was taking on the Minnesota Vikings for a game across the pond in Dublin, Ireland. Many were watching the game at Blue Wolf Tavern in Boardman. People could enjoy the bar and a breakfast buffet. Steelers fans have been impressed with the team so far and were excited to see how they finish the season. Fans say having select games play…
Viking's fans cheer on the Vikings at CJ's Tavern
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It was an early morning for Vikings fans, as CJ’s Tavern opened its doors for a watch party brunch. Throughout the tavern, eyes were glued to the screen as the Vikings faced off against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin. Throughout the years, the two teams have gone head-to-head from a win to a loss. But CJ’s Tavern, Joel Campbell says, their team could reach the Super Bowl. “We just got to get it together and I think we hav…
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