NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedOctober 23, 2026Miami-Dade County
Donald Trump expresses concern over upcoming NFL game in Paris amid street protests
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U.S. President Donald Trump stated Friday that the NFL should have considered postponing its upcoming game in Paris between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints due to ongoing civil unrest and street protests. France is deploying additional security and bracing for widespread demonstrations Saturday regarding the high cost of living, prompting travel warnings for Americans.
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The U.S. State Department issued a security alert advising Americans in Paris for the Sunday NFL game to exercise caution, while local authorities and sports leagues adjust schedules amid safety concerns.
Key Facts
- U.S. President Donald Trump suggested on Friday that the NFL could have postponed the upcoming game in Paris between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints due to street protests.
- France is deploying increased security and bracing for demonstrations Saturday against the high cost of living, leading to the closure of museums.
- The U.S. State Department issued a security alert late Thursday advising Americans attending the NFL game to exercise caution.
- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated that preparations for the game were made in consultation with U.S. and French authorities.
- A separate soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Lyon was moved from Sunday to Monday evening at the request of Paris police.
- A weekend event for Pittsburgh Steelers fans was canceled Thursday due to security concerns.
Who's Mentioned
locationFrance“Country experiencing demonstrations and security deployments”OrganizationStade de France“Stadium in Saint-Denis hosting the NFL game”PersonAaron Rodgers“Steelers quarterback commenting on the security situation”locationSaint-Denis“Location north of Paris where the stadium is situated”OrganizationPittsburgh Steelers“NFL team playing in Paris”OrganizationNew Orleans Saints“NFL team playing in Paris”PersonRoger Goodell“NFL Commissioner who stated preparations were made with authorities”locationParis“City hosting the NFL game and experiencing street protests”OrganizationParis Saint-Germain“Soccer team whose game was rescheduled”PersonDonald Trump“U.S. President who expressed concern about the NFL game in Paris”OrganizationLyon“Soccer team playing Paris Saint-Germain”OrganizationParc des Princes“Soccer stadium in Paris”OrganizationU.S. State Department“Agency that issued a security alert for Americans in Paris”