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The Steelers Can Set A Franchise First With A Win Sunday

The Pittsburgh Steelers can do something the franchise has never done before if they beat the New Orleans Saints on Sunday: win back-to-back games on European soil. Last year, we took a brief look at the Steelers’ history of international…

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 11:30 AM
The Steelers Can Set A Franchise First With A Win Sunday
Key Things to Know
  • A win against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday would mark the Pittsburgh Steelers' first consecutive victories in Europe.
  • Pittsburgh previously defeated the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin last season to set up the potential milestone.
  • Daniel Martin Rooney has expressed interest in expanding the franchise's presence in international markets including Germany and Ireland.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Pittsburgh Steelers have an opportunity to achieve a franchise first by winning back-to-back games in Europe if they defeat the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Following their victory against the Minnesota Vikings in Dublin the previous season, Pittsburgh has never previously won two consecutive international matchups on European soil.

Joe Clark highlights that continuous success abroad could encourage the Steelers to pursue future international fixtures, noting Daniel Martin Rooney's interest in markets like Germany and Ireland. The organization has also partnered with Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund to expand its presence abroad, with head coach Mike McCarthy leading their overseas preparations.

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