Pittsburgh Steelers Touch Down in Dublin Ahead of Historic NFL Game
- Joe Breitfeller
- Sep 26
- 2 min read
Aer Lingus has today announced the arrival of the Pittsburgh Steelers in Dublin ahead of Sunday’s historic game in Croke Park, where they’ll play the first-ever regular season NFL game in Ireland.
On Friday (September 26, 2025), Aer Lingus welcomed the Pittsburgh Steelers to Dublin ahead of Sunday’s much-anticipated game in Croke Park, where they’ll play the first-ever regular season NFL game in Ireland. The Steelers arrived at Dublin Airport Friday morning aboard a specially chartered Aer Lingus Airbus A330, carrying the team, management and support staff. The game in Ireland is special for the Pittsburgh Steelers, one of America’s most iconic football franchises, as the team has deep ties to the Emerald Isle through its owners, the Rooney family, whose rich Irish heritage dates back to the 1840s. The team’s hugely dedicated fanbase, Steeler Nation, have also traveled across the Atlantic in massive numbers to attend the historic game.
In Friday’s announcement, Aer Lingus’ Chief Commercial Officer, Susanne Carberry, said,
“It is a great privilege to welcome the Pittsburgh Steelers and Steeler Nation to Dublin for this history-making game at Croke Park - Ireland’s first ever NFL regular season game. We take great pride in delivering a warm Irish welcome to all our customers and today is especially meaningful given the Steelers’ rich Irish heritage through the Rooney family. As an airline, we’re focused on connecting North America with Ireland and beyond through our Dublin Hub, and this landmark event celebrates sport, our diaspora, and the enduring cultural ties we share with the United States. A huge welcome to the team, the Rooney family and, of course, Steeler Nation.”
Also commenting on Sunday’s highly-anticipated game, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ President, Ar Rooney II, said,
“The opportunity for the Steelers to play in Ireland is truly special, both because of the Rooney family’s deep ties to the island and the chance to play in front of our passionate and growing Irish fans. With Aer Lingus as our partner, this historic game will celebrate the bonds between Pittsburgh, Ireland, and the game of American football.”
In celebration of the Steelers arriving in Ireland, Aer Lingus is today unveiling a brand-new food phenomenon that celebrates Ireland and Pittsburgh’s most iconic culinary creations. The Steel Bag blends the unmistakable homegrown delicacy of a Spice Bag with Pittsburgh favorites like melted cheese and meats. Pittsburgh Steelers legend Brett Keisel will also be rolling up his sleeves to serve up this treat, which will be available today from 12-3pm today at Earlsfort Terrace. Additionally, a Steelers Fan Tailgate at Merrion Square, presented by Aer Lingus, will take place over the weekend, with football themed fun for the whole family.
Source: Aer Lingus
