A Tale of Two Continents: Vikings Embark on Historic Double Abroad!
The Minnesota Vikings are set to etch their name in NFL history books in the 2025 season with an unprecedented intercontinental journey. For the first time ever, an NFL team will play regular season games in two different countries on consecutive weekends, as the Vikings are slated for matchups in both Dublin, Ireland, and London, England.
This remarkable feat begins in Week 4 with a trip to the Emerald Isle to face the Pittsburgh Steelers at Croke Park in Dublin on September 28th. This game marks a historic moment as the first-ever regular season NFL game to be played in Ireland, adding another exciting chapter to the league’s global expansion.
Just a week later, the Vikings will cross the Irish Sea to take on the Cleveland Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on October 5th. This will be Minnesota’s fifth appearance in London, a city where they boast an undefeated 4-0 regular season record. However, this year’s London trip carries extra significance as it immediately follows their Dublin debut.
Vikings owner Mark Wilf expressed his excitement about this unique opportunity, stating, “Our experiences in London have always been memorable, so to return in 2025 as the first team to play in back-to-back international games in different countries was something we could not pass up.”
This ambitious undertaking highlights the Vikings’ commitment to engaging with their international fanbase and embracing the NFL’s growing global presence. While the logistics of such a journey will present unique challenges, the opportunity to make history and connect with fans on two different continents promises an unforgettable experience for the team and their followers. The 2025 season will undoubtedly be a landmark year for the Minnesota Vikings as they rewrite the narrative of international NFL travel.
