The Detroit Lions play in Germany on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, when they face the New England Patriots at Allianz Arena in Munich. Kickoff is 9:30 a.m. ET (3:30 p.m. in Munich), and the game airs on Fox, with streaming on Fox One.
That breakfast-time kickoff changes the usual Sunday routine. Below is a Detroit-side game plan: what time things happen here, how to watch from home, which metro Detroit bars are opening early, and why this one matters for a 6-2 team.
Jump to: Game at a glance · Detroit-time timeline · How to watch · Bars opening early · What’s at stake · Lions overseas · FAQs · Sunday checklist
Lions vs. Patriots in Munich at a glance
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026 (Week 10) |
| Kickoff | 9:30 a.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. Munich time |
| Stadium | Allianz Arena, home of FC Bayern Munich |
| Opponent | New England Patriots, the defending AFC champions |
| Designated home team | Detroit Lions |
| TV | Fox (Fox 2 in Detroit) |
| Streaming | Fox One |
| Radio | 97.1 The Ticket |
Even though the game is in Germany, the Lions are the designated home team, according to the Lions’ schedule announcement and Fox’s game page. This is the sixth NFL regular-season game played in Germany and the third in Munich.
What time is the Lions game in Detroit? A Sunday-morning timeline
Munich is six hours ahead of Detroit in mid-November, because the U.S. already left daylight saving time on Nov. 1. (Our guide to Detroit’s time zone explains the switch.) Here’s how the morning lines up:
| Detroit time (ET) | Munich time | What’s happening |
|---|---|---|
| 8 to 9 a.m. | 2 to 3 p.m. | Several metro Detroit bars open their doors (list below) |
| 9:30 a.m. | 3:30 p.m. | Kickoff at Allianz Arena |
| Early afternoon | Evening | Final whistle; NFL games usually run a little over three hours |
The upside of the early start: you get a full Lions game and still have the afternoon free for the rest of Sunday’s NFL slate.
How to watch or stream from home
- TV: Fox carries the game nationally. In metro Detroit that’s Fox 2.
- Streaming: Fox’s game page lists Fox One as the streaming option and advertises a three-day free trial for new users.
- Radio: 97.1 The Ticket has the radio call.
If you’re sorting out channels and apps for the rest of the season too, our full guide to watching the Lions in 2026 covers TV, streaming and radio options in one place.
Where to watch in metro Detroit: bars opening early
A 9:30 a.m. kickoff means many bars would normally still be closed. WWJ Newsradio and WRIF both published lists on Nov. 9 of spots opening early for this game. Times below are as those outlets reported them; it’s smart to call ahead or check a venue’s social media before you go, because plans can change.
Detroit
- Detroit Beer Company (1529 Broadway): doors at 8:30 a.m.
- Dakota Inn Rathskeller (John R): opens at 9 a.m., a fitting German-themed pick for a Munich game
- Second Best (Watson Street): opens at 9 a.m. with a brunch party
- Harry’s Detroit: opens at 9:30 a.m.
Suburbs and beyond
- Brown Iron Brewhouse (Washington Township and Royal Oak): opens at 8 a.m. with a $15 breakfast buffet
- Kuhnhenn Brewing Co. (Clinton Township): doors at 8:30 a.m. with a “Lions in Munich” brunch
- Great Baraboo Brewing (Clinton Township): opens at 9 a.m. with brunch
- Royal Oak Brewery: opens at 9 a.m.
- Shores Inn Food & Spirits (St. Clair Shores): opens at 9 a.m. with breakfast items
- Stable’s Bar & Grill (Livonia): opens at 9 a.m. with game-day specials
- Art & Jakes Sports Bar and Grill: 9 a.m. at its Clarkston, Lansing, Northville, Shelby Township, Sterling Heights and Washington Township locations
- Mr. Joe’s Sports Bar and Grill (Southfield): opening early with a brunch buffet and German food specials
- Green Lantern Pizza (Clinton Township and Berkley): watch parties with food specials
Tip: Arrive at least 30 minutes before kickoff at the smaller spots. An early-opening bar on a Lions Sunday can fill up before the coin toss.
What’s at stake for the Lions in Munich
Detroit heads to Germany at 6-2 and riding a four-game winning streak after beating Miami 19-9 on Nov. 8. (Read our Lions-Dolphins recap for how Jake Bates’ four field goals carried that one.) The Lions are part of a tight race near the top of the NFC North, so a win overseas keeps pace heading into the second half of the season.
The Patriots arrive at 5-4 after a 45-27 home loss to Green Bay on Nov. 8. They reached the Super Bowl last season, losing to Seattle, and quarterback Drake Maye was named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for October. Coach Mike Vrabel took the blame after the Packers loss, saying, “It starts with me.”
Three storylines to watch:
- Life without Jack Campbell. The linebacker missed the Miami game with a neck injury suffered against Minnesota, the first game he has missed in his career. Watch the Lions’ injury report this week for his status.
- Slowing Drake Maye. New England’s young quarterback is the engine of its offense, and Detroit’s pass rush got home in Miami, where Derrick Moore recorded the first two sacks of his career.
- Handling the trip. International games mean long travel and a body clock that’s six hours off. How each team manages the week can matter as much as the game plan.
The Lions’ short history overseas
This is only Detroit’s third international game and its first since 2015. Both earlier trips were to Wembley Stadium in London:
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Oct. 26, 2014 | Atlanta Falcons | Won 22-21 on Matt Prater’s 48-yard field goal as time expired |
| Nov. 1, 2015 | Kansas City Chiefs | Lost 45-10 |
The Munich trip is also a business move. The Lions hold NFL marketing rights in Germany, Austria and Switzerland through the league’s Global Markets Program. Fans traveling to Munich can find a Fan Fest at Odeonsplatz on Nov. 13-14 (with sets from Detroit techno pioneer Kevin Saunderson on Nov. 13 and Big Sean on Nov. 14) and a Lions Fan Pub at the Hofbräuhaus from Nov. 12-15, according to the Lions’ Munich game page.
Lions in Germany FAQs
Who do the Detroit Lions play in Germany?
The Lions play the New England Patriots, the defending AFC champions, on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, at Allianz Arena in Munich.
What time do the Lions play in Munich, Detroit time?
Kickoff is 9:30 a.m. Eastern time in Detroit, which is 3:30 p.m. in Munich. Germany is six hours ahead of Michigan in mid-November.
Is the Munich game a Lions home game?
Yes. Detroit is the designated home team, though the game is played in Germany rather than at Ford Field.
What channel is the Lions game on Sunday?
Fox, which is Fox 2 in the Detroit area. You can stream it on Fox One or listen on 97.1 The Ticket.
Have the Lions played an international game before?
Twice, both at Wembley Stadium in London: a 22-21 win over Atlanta in 2014 and a 45-10 loss to Kansas City in 2015.
Your Sunday game plan: a 5-step checklist
- Saturday night: Decide home or bar. If you’re going out, pick a spot from the list above and check its social media for any changes.
- Set an alarm: Kickoff is 9:30 a.m. ET, so plan to be settled by 9 a.m.
- Streaming at home? Sign in to Fox One the night before so you’re not fighting a login screen at kickoff.
- Heading out? Aim to arrive 30 minutes early; most of the bars above open between 8 and 9:30 a.m.
- Check inactives: Look for the Lions’ inactive list on detroitlions.com before kickoff, especially for Jack Campbell’s status.
To see what comes after Munich, check our Lions 2026 schedule. For more Detroit news and game-week coverage, keep an eye on our sports section this week.
Sources: Detroit Lions (schedule release, May 13, 2026; Munich game page; Nov. 8 recap), Fox, ESPN standings, WWJ Newsradio and WRIF (Nov. 9, 2026), Wembley Stadium, the Associated Press. Updated Nov. 10, 2026.
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