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Sean McVay expresses disdain for Rams playing in Australia again

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Sean McVay expresses disdain for Rams playing in Australia again

Summary

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay stated he hopes the team will never return to Australia for games following their 27-7 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. This remark came during a press conference after the game, where he discussed the team's preparation moving forward. The Rams have been involved in Australia's NFL Global Markets Program, but McVay's comments have been met with backlash from Australian fans and media. His remarks reflect a growing disconnect between the team's marketing efforts and on-field performance.

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•Rams lost 27-7 to the 49ers in Australia.
•McVay expressed a desire not to return to Australia.
•Comments sparked criticism from fans and Australian media.
•Rams are part of the NFL's Global Markets Program.
•Australian fans have shown preference for the 49ers.

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2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Sean McVay torches Rams-Australia partnership with one press conference quote

What they're saying

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One of the more peculiar elements of the NFL’s quest for world domination is their colonial era designations of foreign markets for specific teams. The league’s first game in Australia was meant as a showcase for the Los Angeles Rams, who spent years building up a following there. The Rams are one of four teams…
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