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49ers to open season in Australia vs. Rams Sept. 10

9/2/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers will travel to Australia for their Week 1 opener against the Los Angeles Rams.
The game is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 10, at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
TE George Kittle, who tore his right Achilles on Jan. 11, will travel after activation from the PUP list on Aug. 23.
DE Nick Bosa, who tore his ACL last September, will travel while ramping up after his third ACL surgery.

History

Historical Context

Since the NFL International Series began in London in 2007 and added Mexico City in 2016, the league scheduled its first Australian regular-season game at Melbourne’s Cricket Ground for 2026. The 2024 Week 1 contest between the 49ers and Rams continues that expansion, and the 2021 International Home Marketing Areas program lets teams secure overseas slots.

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Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers will travel to Australia for their Week 1 opener against the Los Angeles Rams.
The game is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 10, at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
TE George Kittle, who tore his right Achilles on Jan. 11, will travel after activation from the PUP list on Aug. 23.
DE Nick Bosa, who tore his ACL last September, will travel while ramping up after his third ACL surgery.

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