NFL VP Peter O'Reilly said Tuesday that the league has been working with local authorities to prepare security Sunday's game.
The NFL will move forward with Sunday's game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints at Stade de France despite civil unrest in Paris. NFL vice president Peter O’Reilly confirmed Tuesday at the league owners' meeting that security teams are coordinating with local authorities to implement heightened security measures for the international fixture.
The decision comes following a week of protests, rioting, and looting in Paris driven by political and economic grievances, which previously forced disruptions including the closure of the Louvre Museum. Sporting events continue in the area, including a UEFA Champions League match between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Barcelona.
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