Big news for Detroit Lions fans and NFL enthusiasts alike: the team's highly anticipated international game in Germany now has an official date and kickoff time. Mark your calendars for November 15th, when the Lions will take the field at FC Bayern Munich Stadium in Munich, Germany, with kickoff set for 9:30 a.m. ET. The broadcast will be handled by FOX as part of a historic triple-header—the first of its kind for any network, as announced by FOX CEO Lachlan Murdoch during a Monday conference call.
While the opponent has yet to be revealed, the excitement is already building for this Week 10 showdown. This trip to Munich will be the Lions' third international game, adding another chapter to their growing global footprint. The franchise first ventured overseas in 2014, playing at London's Wembley Stadium, where they staged a memorable comeback against the Atlanta Falcons. Trailing 21-0 at halftime, quarterback Matthew Stafford rallied the team with 325 passing yards and two touchdowns, while Golden Tate hauled in seven catches for 151 yards and a score. The game was sealed by a dramatic 48-yard field goal from kicker Matt Prater—after a delay of game penalty gave him a second chance following a missed 43-yard attempt.
The Lions returned to London the following year in 2015, but this time fell to the Kansas City Chiefs, 45-10. Now, a decade later, Detroit is ready to make its mark in Germany. This will be the sixth NFL game played in Germany and the third hosted in Munich, underscoring the league's growing popularity in Europe.
The Lions' Germany game is just one piece of a record-breaking international slate for the 2026 season. A total of nine games will be played across four continents, seven countries, and eight stadiums. Highlights include three London games (two at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, one at Wembley), a matchup at Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid, Spain, and the San Francisco 49ers facing the Los Angeles Rams at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia. Other international destinations include Mexico City, Paris, and Rio de Janeiro, where the Baltimore Ravens will meet the Dallas Cowboys at Maracanã Stadium.
As the full NFL schedule prepares for release on Thursday, Lions fans can already start planning their early-morning watch parties. Whether you're gearing up in your favorite Detroit gear or just love the global reach of the game, this is a season you won't want to miss. Stay tuned for the opponent announcement and get ready to cheer on the Lions from Munich to Motown.