New England Patriots Set to Face Detroit Lions in Germany: International Showdown in Munich
The New England Patriots are making a comeback to the international stage in 2026 after a year off. They are scheduled to face off against the Detroit Lions in Germany during Week 10 of the upcoming regular season. The game will be held at Munich’s Allianz Arena and will start at 9:30 a.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 15.
This international game will be considered one of the Patriots' nine road games for the season. It marks their first international match since their 32-16 loss to the Jaguars in London in 2024 and their first game in Germany since a 10-6 defeat to the Colts in Frankfurt a year earlier.
The decision for the Patriots to return to Germany is not unexpected, as the country is part of the team's international marketing focus, along with Austria and Switzerland. The official announcement of the game is expected to be made later on Wednesday, with the full international schedule set to be revealed on NFL Network at 9 a.m.
Fans can look forward to the complete 2026 regular season schedule being unveiled on Thursday, May 14, during an 8 p.m. ET primetime event. The Patriots' international matchup in Germany adds an exciting element to their upcoming season and offers fans a unique opportunity to see the team in action on the global stage.