49ers dominate Chargers in preseason matchup, winning 41-17
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:13 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 41-17 on August 20 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. The Chargers struggled significantly, with their offense showing little effectiveness early in the game. The 49ers capitalized on special teams and defensive miscues by the Chargers, including an 83-yard punt return for a touchdown. The Chargers were held to just three rushing yards in the third quarter. Next, the Chargers will face the Rams at SoFi Stadium on August 27 at 7:00 p.m. PST.
- •49ers score 17 unanswered points in first half
- •Chargers offense finishes with low rushing yards
- •San Francisco’s special teams contribute a touchdown
- •Next up: Chargers play Rams on August 27
- 5:13 AMYahoo Sports — Chargers-49ers Game Recap: Niners throttle Bolts 41-17
"The Chargers offense was nonexistent in Thursday night’s throttling by the 49ers.
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