San Francisco 49ers beat Los Angeles Rams during NFL season opener in Australia

The San Francisco 49ers secured a season-opening victory against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The Rams failed to score a touchdown, and quarterback Matthew Stafford threw an interception during the international contest. Commissioner Roger Goodell attended the game and participated in a pre-game interview on the field. The broadcast, produced by Netflix, drew negative feedback from viewers who criticized the pre-game content and streaming stability. This game marked the start of a series of NFL matchups scheduled for the platform, which plans to host additional games on Thanksgiving Eve and Christmas Day later this season. The Rams now look to address their performance after the loss, while Netflix prepares for three more scheduled NFL broadcasts throughout the current year.

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