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The NFL season has arrived, and with it comes the first game of the 2026 International Series.
The first-ever Australia game will be played between the 49ers and Rams on Thursday night, a game that will likely have season-long consequences within the NFC West as each star-studded squad eyes a playoff spot.
San Francisco enters 2026 at nearly full health for the first time in a while, while Los Angeles is loaded with star talent on both sides of the ball after adding Myles Garrett, Trent McDuffie and Aaron Donald this offseason.
Here's your guide to watching 49ers vs. Rams live without Netflix.
49ers vs. Rams free live stream without Netflix
49ers vs. Rams will not be airing nationally on broadcast TV. Instead, Netflix will be streaming the game live.
However, fans in the local markets, San Fransisco and Los Angeles, can also stream the game on NBC Bay Area or CBS LA through DIRECTV, which is currently offering a free trial, or through Fubo.
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49ers vs. Rams start time
- Date: Thursday, Sept. 10
- Time: 8:35 p.m. ET
The 49ers and Rams will kick off at 8:35 p.m. ET on Thursday, Sept. 10.
It will mark the NFL's first-ever Australia game, being played at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia.
49ers 2026 schedule
Here are the 49ers' first five games of the season:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Sep. 10 | vs. Rams* | 8:35 p.m. |
| Sep. 20 | vs. Dolphins | 4:25 p.m. |
| Sep. 27 | vs. Cardinals | 4:05 p.m. |
| Oct. 4 | vs. Broncos | 4:25 p.m. |
| Oct. 11 | at Seahawks | 4:25 p.m. |
*Neutral site
Rams 2026 schedule
Here are the Rams' first five games of the season:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| Sep. 10 | vs. 49ers* | 8:35 p.m. |
| Sep. 21 | vs. Giants | 8:15 p.m. |
| Sep. 27 | at Broncos | 8:20 p.m. |
| Oct. 4 | at Eagles | 1 p.m. |
| Oct. 12 | vs. Bills | 8:15 p.m. |
*Neutral site
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