Pittsburgh Steelers clinch thrilling victory over Minnesota Vikings

The NFL staged a historic game at Dublin's Croke Park on Sunday, with the Pittsburgh Steelers securing a 24-21 win over the Minnesota Vikings. The game marked the first regular-season NFL match held in Ireland, with a reduced capacity of 74,512 due to seats being installed on the Hill 16 terrace.

The Steelers, led by the Rooney family, who have strong Irish roots, were the designated home team and enjoyed support from the crowd. Pittsburgh took a 14-6 lead at half-time, with Kenneth Gainwell scoring two touchdowns and DK Metcalf making an impressive 80-yard touchdown run.

Despite a late comeback attempt by the Vikings, the Steelers managed to hold on to the win. The game saw Pittsburgh's defense shine, with Carson Wentz of the Vikings facing six sacks and two interceptions.

Pittsburgh's offense, led by quarterback Aaron Rodgers and receiver Metcalf, showed promise, with the team surpassing 100 rushing yards for the first time this season. The Steelers improved their record to 3-1, raising hopes for a potential playoff push.

The Vikings, now 2-2, faced challenges with injuries to key players, impacting their performance. Despite a late surge in the game, Minnesota fell short, with coach Kevin O'Connell emphasizing the need for improvement and growth as a team.

Minnesota will now prepare for their upcoming game in London, becoming the first NFL team to play in two foreign countries in a single season. The team remains determined to bounce back and enhance their offensive effectiveness in the coming weeks.