49ers to Host NFL Regular Season Game in Mexico City

San Francisco 49ers will play a home game at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City in 2026 season.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The NFL has announced that the San Francisco 49ers will host a regular season game in Mexico City's Estadio Banorte during the 2026 season. This will be the first time the 49ers have played a home game outside the United States. The date and opponent for the Mexico City game are still to be determined.

Why it matters

The 49ers' game in Mexico City is part of the NFL's continued efforts to expand its international reach and fanbase. Playing a home game in Mexico City will allow the 49ers to tap into the large Mexican and Latin American market, growing the team's brand and popularity globally.

The details

In addition to the Mexico City game, the 49ers will also play in the NFL's first-ever game in Australia against the Los Angeles Rams, with the date for that matchup still to be announced. The 49ers will also have cross-country trips to Atlanta and New York to face the Giants during the 2026 season.

  • The 49ers-Rams game in Australia is expected to be played in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
  • The 49ers' home game in Mexico City will take place at some point during the 2026 NFL regular season, with the exact date to be determined.

The players

Christian McCaffrey

The 49ers' star running back was named the 2023 NFL Offensive Player of the Year and the 2025 NFL Comeback Player of the Year. In 2025, he finished the season with 2,126 yards from scrimmage, the second-most in the league.

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What’s next

The NFL will announce the specific date and opponent for the 49ers' game in Mexico City at a later date.

The takeaway

The 49ers' game in Mexico City is part of the NFL's ongoing efforts to grow the sport's international fanbase. Playing a home game outside the United States will allow the 49ers to expand their brand and reach new markets, while also providing Mexican fans with the opportunity to see an NFL game live.