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You don’t need to pay to watch the NFL at the MCG — the 49ers v Rams game is live and free in Australia
Australia’s First NFL Game
NFL comes to the MCG
San Francisco 49ers v Los Angeles Rams
How to watch →Date
Fri 11 Sep 2026
Kickoff
10:35am AEST
Venue
MCG
Round
Week 1
You don’t need to pay. The 49ers v Rams game at the MCG is live and free on the Seven Network (Channel 7, 7mate and 7plus Sport) from 9:00am AEST, with kickoff at 10:35am. If you want a deeper broadcast, ESPN carries a localised feed via Kayo, Disney+, Foxtel and Fetch from 8:30am.
How to watch the NFL Melbourne game in Australia
Three ways to watch, plus radio. For most fans the answer is simple — put Seven on and it’s free.
| Platform | Coverage | Starts | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Network FREE | Exclusive free-to-air across Channel 7, 7mate and 7plus Sport. A special edition of Sunrise airs live from Melbourne beforehand. | 9:00am AEST | Free |
| ESPN PAID | Localised broadcast with extended pregame and ESPN’s NFL talent. Via Kayo, Disney+, Foxtel and Fetch TV. | 8:30am AEST | From ~$35/mo |
| SEN RADIO | Listen-along radio commentary — the audio option if you’re on the move at kickoff. | — | Free |
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What time is the NFL Melbourne game?
Kickoff is 10:35am AEST on Friday 11 September 2026. Gates at the MCG open from 7:00am. The same moment across Australia:
| Time zone | Kickoff |
|---|---|
| AEST — Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane | 10:35am |
| ACST — Adelaide, Darwin | 10:05am |
| AWST — Perth | 8:35am |
The matchup & game week
It’s an NFC West rivalry to open the season on Australian soil. The Rams are the designated home team, the 49ers the visitors — a real divisional clash that counts toward Week 1, not an exhibition. The Jonas Brothers headline the halftime show.
Game week starts the day before: the season opener, Seahawks v Patriots, is on Thursday 10 September at 10:20am AEST. The NFL Kickoff Festival runs at Melbourne Park from Thursday 10 to Saturday 12 September.
Frequently asked questions
Is the NFL Melbourne game free to watch in Australia?
Yes. The Seven Network holds exclusive free-to-air rights and shows the game live and free across Channel 7, 7mate and 7plus Sport, from 9:00am AEST. No subscription needed.
Can I watch it on Kayo or Disney+?
Yes. ESPN presents a localised broadcast via Kayo, Disney+, Foxtel and Fetch TV, starting from 8:30am AEST with extended pregame coverage.
What time does the game start?
Kickoff is 10:35am AEST on Friday 11 September 2026 — 10:05am in Adelaide, 8:35am in Perth. Gates open from 7:00am.
Who is playing and where?
San Francisco 49ers v Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The Rams are the designated home team. It’s the first NFL regular-season game played in Australia and opens Week 1 of the 2026 season.
Is there a radio option?
Yes. SEN carries listen-along radio commentary of the game.
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