Rams and 49ers play NFL game in Melbourne on Friday
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 11:35 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
The Los Angeles Rams and the San Francisco 49ers meet Friday in Melbourne, Australia, for the first NFL game held in the country. Netflix is broadcasting the game, which features a halftime performance by the Jonas Brothers. The broadcast booth includes play-by-play announcer Noah Eagle and analyst Luke Kuechly, while Michael Irvin, Nick Foles, and Clay Matthews III handle studio coverage. Sideline reporting duties fall to Tom Pelissero and MJ Acosta-Ruiz. The 49ers arrived in Australia a week early to adjust to the conditions, whereas the Rams planned a shorter trip for the matchup. The game serves as part of an NFL effort to host international matches, alongside an American Express event series spanning four continents.
- •Noah Eagle and Luke Kuechly provide commentary for the Netflix broadcast.
- •The Jonas Brothers are scheduled to perform during the halftime show.
- •Studio coverage features former players Michael Irvin, Nick Foles, and Clay Matthews III.
- •The 49ers traveled to Australia early to acclimate, while the Rams scheduled a shorter stay.
- •Tom Pelissero and MJ Acosta-Ruiz report from the sidelines.
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"The NFL’s effort to make the sport a global phenomenon has been highly focused. From the international pathway program to games being played on foreign soil throughout the year, the expansion is in full effect.
"The first week of the NFL season has seen some international flavor in recent weeks. Last year, it was the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Los Angeles Chargers in a heated rivalry game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 11:35 PMWho Are the Rams-49ers Announcers? A Look at Netflix’s Broadcasters for Friday’s Week 1 Clash
The NFL’s effort to make the sport a global phenomenon has been highly focused. From the international pathway program to games being played on foreign soil throughout the year, the expansion is in full effect.
- Yahoo SportsSep 10, 2026, 11:35 PMWhat Is the Rams-49ers Halftime Show? Get to Know the Performer for Friday’s Week 1 Clash on Netflix
The first week of the NFL season has seen some international flavor in recent weeks. Last year, it was the Kansas City Chiefs taking on the Los Angeles Chargers in a heated rivalry game.
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