49ers to Open 2026 Season vs. Rams in Melbourne on Sept. 10

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The San Francisco 49ers will open the 2026 NFL season by facing the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia on Thursday, September 10. This will mark the first-ever regular season NFL game played in Melbourne, as the league continues its global expansion efforts.

Why it matters

This historic matchup between the 49ers and Rams in Melbourne is part of the NFL's strategy to grow the sport internationally and expose new audiences to American football. The game will be played on Friday morning in Australia due to the 17-hour time difference, allowing fans on the West Coast to watch the game live on Thursday evening.

The details

The Week 1 game between the 49ers and Rams is set for a 5:35 p.m. PT kickoff at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Hospitality packages for the game will go on sale on April 6, followed by general public ticket sales on April 7 through Ticketmaster and travel packages through On Location. This will be the first time the NFL has held a regular season game in Australia.

• The 49ers vs. Rams game in Melbourne is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, 2026.
• Hospitality packages for the game will be available starting on Monday, April 6, 2026.
• General public ticket sales will begin on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

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What’s next

Fans can explore ticket and travel packages for the 49ers vs. Rams game in Melbourne through On Location, with priority access for those who have placed a deposit. General public ticket sales will begin on April 7, 2026.