San Francisco 49ers fans gather in Melbourne for NFL promotional events
The Mercury News • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 2:52 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers began a series of promotional events in Melbourne, Australia, as the organization engages with local fans. Murals of George Kittle, Brock Purdy, and Nick Bosa appear on exterior walls near the Queen Victoria Market. Inside the city, promotional posters featuring Christian McCaffrey have been placed at local venues. The Transport Public Bar serves as a hub for team supporters, with windows decorated with images of Joe Montana, Steve Young, Jerry Rice, Bryant Young, and Patrick Willis. The team event also includes the sale of themed food items known as the Purdy Dozen doughnuts. These activities are part of an international fan engagement effort by the franchise.
- •Murals of George Kittle, Brock Purdy, and Nick Bosa are displayed at Queen Victoria Market.
- •The Transport Public Bar in Melbourne acts as the primary gathering spot for fans.
- •Team-themed food, specifically the Purdy Dozen doughnuts, is being offered during the event.
- •Promotional imagery featuring Christian McCaffrey is installed at local sites.
- •The display includes historical photos of Joe Montana, Steve Young, Jerry Rice, Bryant Young, and Patrick Willis.
- 2:52 PMThe Mercury News — Inman Down Under: 49ers’ Melbourne takeover begins, including ‘Purdy Dozen’ doughnuts - mercurynews.com
"Images of 49ers legends Joe Montana, Steve Young, Jerry Rice, Bryant Young and Patrick Willis cover the windows of the Transport Public Bar, this week’s adopted home for the 49ers Faithful.
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