Panthers, Giants to play first NFL game in Germany

Munich set to host Carolina Panthers vs. New York Giants in 2023

Matchup will be part of NFL's five-year commitment to playing games in Germany

The NFL is expanding its international footprint with a new five-year commitment to play games in Germany, beginning with a matchup between the Carolina Panthers and New York Giants in 2023.

The game will be played at Allianz Arena in Munich, home to Bayern Munich soccer club, on Sunday, November 13, 2023.

The NFL has been playing games in London since 2007, but this will be the first time the league has played a game in Germany.

The NFL is hoping to capitalize on the growing popularity of American football in Germany, where there are an estimated 18 million fans.

The league has been investing in Germany for several years, including through its NFL Academy program, which provides elite training for young German players.

The NFL is also working with German broadcaster ProSieben to produce NFL-themed content for German audiences.

The Panthers and Giants are both coming off disappointing seasons in 2022, but they are both hoping to make a run at the playoffs in 2023.

The Panthers have a talented young quarterback in Sam Darnold, who is entering his third season with the team.

The Giants have a new head coach in Brian Daboll, who is hoping to turn around a team that has not made the playoffs since 2016.

The NFL is hoping that the game in Munich will be a success, and that it will help to grow the game of American football in Germany.