Get ready, Lions fans—the Motor City is going global! Detroit's highly anticipated international game is locked in for mid-November, marking the team's first trip overseas since 2015.
Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch confirmed during a conference call on Monday, May 11, that the network will broadcast the Lions' Week 10 matchup from Munich, Germany, on November 15. The game kicks off a special triple-header for Fox, airing before their standard 1 p.m. and 4:25 p.m. slots. The action will unfold at FC Bayern Munich Stadium, bringing the roar of the Lions to European soil.
While the full NFL schedule drops Thursday, fans won't have to wait long to learn Detroit's opponent. NFL Network's "Good Morning Football" will reveal the matchups for all international games at 9 a.m. on Wednesday. The Lions are expected to host one of three teams: the New England Patriots, New York Giants, or Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Each brings its own storyline—whether it's Tom Brady's old squad, a historic NFC East rival, or a rising contender led by Baker Mayfield.
This international trip comes with a unique scheduling twist. Lions president Rod Wood noted in March that the team likely won't enjoy a bye week after the Germany game due to its proximity to Thanksgiving. "We're in a little bit of an odd situation with the game likely in November and Thanksgiving, so I don't know what our bye treatment will be, but I think it's unlikely that we'll get it the week right after," Wood explained. The league typically avoids giving a team a bye before Thanksgiving while forcing their opponent to play on short rest, so expect a tight turnaround.
Wood also requested that the NFL not schedule the Lions for back-to-back Thursday games on Thanksgiving and the following week—a grueling stretch they've endured the past two seasons. With the Germany game falling just two weeks before the annual Turkey Day showdown, every detail matters for a team eyeing playoff contention.
As networks roll out their Upfront presentations this week—NBC, Fox, and Amazon are taking the stage today—the Lions' international debut adds global flair to an already exciting season. Whether you're packing your bags for Munich or planning a watch party at home, this is a moment to celebrate Detroit's growing presence on the world stage. Gear up in your Honolulu blue and silver, and get ready to cheer on the Lions from across the Atlantic!