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Preparing the field for Sunday’s NFL game in Paris began months ago at an Italian farm near Milan
The surface was grown near Milan and stitched into a hybrid field to meet American football demands and support the NFL’s long-term push in France.
- On Sunday, the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints will play at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, marking a major milestone in the National Football League's 2026 international schedule.
- To prepare for the matchup, the NFL installed a hybrid grass surface grown in Milan, transporting the turf via a 10-hour truck journey before stitching it into the stadium pitch about three weeks ago.
- NFL field director Nick Pappas oversaw extensive site modifications, including upgrading locker rooms with 25 additional lockers and medical facilities to accommodate the visiting 53-man roster.
- Jon Barker, head of international games and major events for the NFL, described the event as a long-term investment, noting the organization is opening offices in France to host future games.
- Barker emphasized the goal extends beyond this single event, stating the league aims to deepen relationships with existing fans while cultivating a new supporter base in France.
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Preparing the field for Sunday’s NFL game in Paris began months ago at an Italian farm near Milan
PARIS (AP) — Work on preparing the grass field for Sunday’s NFL game at Stade de France began months ago at an Italian farm near Milan.
·Winnipeg, Canada
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