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The NFL's Week 1 schedule features a matchup that won't just feature two of the league's most talented teams — it will be played at a historic site.
For the first time ever, an NFL game will be played in Australia on Thursday night, as the 49ers and Rams open their 2026 seasons against one another in Melbourne. It's an NFC West showdown loaded with storylines.
The Rams enter 2026 as the Super Bowl favorites, with Myles Garrett making his team debut on Thursday as part of a reloaded defense. The 49ers, though, added Mike Evans to a 12-win team that is also far healthier than it was to close out 2025. The Australia game will help set the tone for arguably the toughest division in football this season.
Here's what to know about kickoff time for 49ers vs. Rams and more on how to watch.
What time is 49ers vs. Rams tonight?
- Date: Thursday, Sept. 10
- Time: 8:35 p.m. ET
49ers vs. Rams kicks off at 8:35 p.m. ET on Thursday, Sep. 10. The game will be played at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia.
How to watch 49ers vs. Rams
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Netflix
The Thursday night matchup between the 49ers and Rams won't be available to watch on national TV. Instead, it is exclusive to live stream on Netflix.
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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