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Rams and 49ers play NFL football game in Australia

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Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Rams and 49ers play NFL football game in Australia

Summary

The Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers are currently competing in the first NFL game held in Australia. Los Angeles running back Kyren Williams scored the game's first touchdown on a five-yard run, which followed a 41-yard reception by Puka Nacua. That score gave the Rams a 7-3 lead in the second quarter. Shortly after, Rams safety Quentin Lake intercepted 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy quarterback Brock Purdy, marking the first turnover of the match. San Francisco responded on the ensuing possession when cornerback Renardo Green intercepted Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford. The game continues in the second quarter with both teams having exchanged turnovers.

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•The Rams and 49ers are playing the first NFL game in Australia.
•Kyren Williams recorded a five-yard rushing touchdown for the Rams.
•Quentin Lake intercepted Brock Purdy during the second quarter.
•Renardo Green intercepted Matthew Stafford following the Rams' turnover.
•The Rams led 7-3 during the second quarter of the ongoing game.

Latest Updates

6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Kyren Williams scores Rams' lone touchdown in Week 1 setback
1:36 AMYahoo Sports — Rams RB Kyren Williams scores TD; 49ers, Rams trade INTs in Australia

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Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams scores the first NFL touchdown in Australia while the Rams and 49ers trade picks on the ensuring drives.
— Yahoo Sports