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2025 NFL Dublin Game: Top scenes from Vikings-Steelers in Ireland

Football Sundays met Irish Saturdays as the NFL gave Ireland its first real taste of American football.

On Sunday, Croke Park in Dublin hosted its first NFL regular-season game, featuring the Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers.

It was a milestone moment -- not just for the league, but for Ireland, which embraced the game with open arms. From the cobblestone streets of Temple Bar to the shadow of Aviva Stadium, the energy was undeniable as Dublin transformed into a weekend-long gridiron destination. Players and fans alike made the most of their time in the city, taking in the history, the music and, of course, the Guinness. For many, this game was as much about the experience as it was about the scoreboard.

Here is a look at the top moments, sights and sounds from the Vikings-Steelers game in Ireland.