49ers and Rams Kick Off 2026 Season in Melbourne on Sept. 10
The San Francisco 49ers will open their 2026 season overseas against the Los Angeles Rams. The matchup will be the NFL’s first regular-season game played in Melbourne, Australia.
The announcement confirms that 49ers and Rams Kick Off 2026 Season in Melbourne on Sept. 10. The contest will take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Scheduling and broadcast details
The Week 1 game is set for Thursday, Sept. 10 at 5:35 p.m. PT. It will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Because of a 17-hour time difference, the 49ers will take the field in Melbourne at 10:35 a.m. AEST on Friday. West Coast viewers will see the game live Thursday evening.
The NFL’s kickoff slate opens the night before. On Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 5:20 p.m. PT, the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks will host the season opener.
Ticketing and hospitality information
Hospitality packages for the Melbourne game go on sale Monday, April 6. General public tickets will be available Tuesday, April 7 via Ticketmaster.
Fans can also explore ticket and travel packages through Filmogaz.com. Supporters who placed a Priority Access deposit through Filmogaz.com should check their inbox for selection instructions.
If you did not place a deposit, sign up at Filmogaz.com/49ersDownUnder. That will notify you if remaining packages become available to the public.
Significance for the teams and the league
The 49ers’ trip to Melbourne is a milestone for the franchise. It underscores the NFL’s ongoing effort to expand its global footprint.
The matchup promises to be a high-profile start to the season. It will bring regular-season NFL action to Australian fans for the first time.
