Last verified: August 2, 2026
Game: San Francisco 49ers at Los Angeles Rams
Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne date and kickoff: Friday, September 11 at 10:35 a.m. AEST
US date and kickoff: Thursday, September 10 at 8:35 p.m. ET / 5:35 p.m. PT
Confirmed primary stream: Netflix in more than 200 countries
The NFL's first regular-season game in Australia sends the San Francisco 49ers to face the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The date looks different depending on where you watch: it is a Thursday-night game in the United States but a Friday-morning kickoff in Melbourne.
Netflix is the simplest confirmed live option. The NFL lists Netflix and NFL+ for US viewers, while Netflix says its 2026 NFL games will be available in more than 200 countries. Local over-the-air coverage is also planned in the teams' US home markets. No game-specific free Australian television listing was confirmed when this guide was checked.
49ers vs Rams Melbourne start time
| Location | Local kickoff | Date |
|---|---|---|
| US Pacific | 5:35 p.m. PDT | Thursday, September 10 |
| US Mountain | 6:35 p.m. MDT | Thursday, September 10 |
| US Central | 7:35 p.m. CDT | Thursday, September 10 |
| US Eastern | 8:35 p.m. EDT | Thursday, September 10 |
| United Kingdom | 1:35 a.m. BST | Friday, September 11 |
| Central Europe | 2:35 a.m. CEST | Friday, September 11 |
| Perth | 8:35 a.m. AWST | Friday, September 11 |
| Adelaide | 10:05 a.m. ACST | Friday, September 11 |
| Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane | 10:35 a.m. AEST | Friday, September 11 |
| Auckland | 12:35 p.m. NZST | Friday, September 11 |
The NFL's official Melbourne game page confirms Friday, September 11, the 10:35 a.m. AEST kickoff and the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The league's 2026 schedule release lists the corresponding US time as Thursday, September 10 at 8:35 p.m. ET.
These are kickoff times, not the start of pregame coverage. Open the event page early and recheck the official schedule on game day in case of a late operational change.
Viewing options at a glance
| Option | Where it applies | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Netflix | More than 200 countries, subject to account and location availability | Confirmed live game on every Netflix plan; replay controls and later viewing are supported, subject to event availability |
| NFL+ | United States | Live local and primetime game access on phones and tablets only |
| NFL+ Premium | United States | The same mobile live access plus full, condensed and All-22 replays on supported devices |
| Local over-the-air station | 49ers and Rams US home markets | Confirmed local broadcast route; station assignments were not announced at verification time |
| NFL Game Pass on DAZN | International markets including Australia | Live and on-demand NFL access; local restrictions and checkout prices can vary |
| Seven / 7plus, ESPN / Disney+ | Australia | Official NFL partners generally, but this specific game's listing was not confirmed at verification time |
Do not assume that every service named on a country's general NFL page will carry this particular Netflix game. Check the September 11 program listing before subscribing.
How to watch 49ers vs Rams on Netflix
Netflix says the Melbourne game will stream live in more than 200 countries. Live events are included with every Netflix plan at no additional event charge, although the normal subscription fee still applies.
Current direct US Netflix prices checked August 2 are:
- Standard with ads: $8.99 per month
- Standard: $19.99 per month
- Premium: $26.99 per month
Netflix currently offers a limited free trial only to eligible new members in certain countries. If it does not appear automatically during signup, no trial is available for that location or device. Prices, taxes, currencies and plan availability differ by country, so viewers outside the United States should use the local checkout page rather than converting these US prices.
Netflix's live-events help page says viewers can pause, rewind, start from the beginning or jump to live during supported events. A recording may remain available afterward, but availability can be limited and processing may take time on some devices or language settings. Do not rely on a permanent replay window.
Commercial breaks can appear during a live event on every plan, including plans that are otherwise ad-free.
Netflix devices for the live game
Netflix supports live events on most newer:
- Smart TVs and streaming players
- Android phones and tablets running Android 9 or later
- iPhone and iPad devices running iOS or iPadOS 18 or later
- Windows and Mac computers in a supported browser
- PlayStation and Xbox consoles
Older hardware may play ordinary Netflix titles but not a live event. First-, second- and third-generation Chromecast devices and Chromecast Ultra do not support Netflix live events, and casting from a Chrome browser is not supported for live viewing. Check Netflix's supported-device information and browser requirements on the device you will actually use.
How to watch in the United States
Netflix on a TV, phone, tablet or computer
Netflix is the confirmed nationwide US stream and the best fit for television viewing. Open the live event tile on the intended device before game day and confirm that the account's payment status is current.
The NFL says the game will also be available on local over-the-air television in the teams' respective markets. Exact stations were not named in the official sources reviewed. Viewers in the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles should check the local listings nearer September 10; reception with an antenna depends on the assigned station, location and signal conditions.
There is no confirmed nationwide free online stream.
NFL+ live access and replays
NFL+ includes live local and primetime regular-season games, but live viewing is restricted to phones and tablets. It is not a substitute for Netflix when the goal is to watch live on a connected television.
Current direct NFL+ prices are:
- NFL+: $6.99 per month or $49.99 per year
- NFL+ Premium: $14.99 per month or $99.99 per year
NFL+ Premium adds full-game, condensed and All-22 replays across supported devices after the game. The NFL's NFL+ comparison page explains the live-device restriction and replay access; the official NFL+ price page lists current prices.
How to watch in Australia
Netflix is the confirmed primary live route. The platform says its 2026 NFL games are available in more than 200 countries, and the Melbourne kickoff is 10:35 a.m. AEST on Friday, September 11.
The NFL's official Australia viewing page also identifies NFL Game Pass on DAZN as the full-season international service and lists Seven and ESPN/Disney+ among Australian NFL partners. However, that general page does not confirm that Seven, 7plus, ESPN or Disney+ will separately carry this specific Netflix game.
At verification time:
- No game-specific free-to-air Australian telecast was confirmed.
- No separate Seven, 7plus, ESPN or Disney+ listing for this game was confirmed.
- NFL Game Pass pricing for the 2026 Australian season was not published clearly enough in the official material reviewed to quote a fixed amount.
Check the Netflix event tile first. If considering NFL Game Pass, verify the local price, renewal terms, simultaneous-stream limit and the exact game listing at checkout. DAZN says Game Pass provides every game live and on demand, subject to local restrictions, on devices such as smart TVs, mobile devices, Chromecast, PlayStation and Xbox.
How to watch in other countries
Netflix says its 2026 NFL games are available in more than 200 countries. NFL Game Pass on DAZN is also the league's broad international full-season service, while local television partners can differ by market.
Before paying:
- Confirm the 49ers-Rams live tile in the local Netflix app.
- Check whether the account's plan and device support live events.
- Verify the local kickoff date; Europe and Australia watch on Friday, September 11.
- If using DAZN, confirm the 2026 Game Pass price and renewal date at checkout.
- Check the country's official NFL viewing page for local blackouts or a licensed broadcast partner.
Use the services licensed for the country where you are physically watching. A subscription bought in one market does not guarantee identical sports rights while traveling.
Is there a free 49ers vs Rams stream?
The only confirmed no-subscription broadcast route is local over-the-air television in the 49ers and Rams US home markets, once the assigned stations are announced and where their signals are receivable. An antenna and installation can still cost money.
Netflix and NFL+ are paid services unless a viewer qualifies for a temporary offer. Netflix's limited trial may appear only for eligible new members in certain countries and cannot be promised. No nationwide US free online stream and no game-specific Australian free stream were confirmed at verification time.
Temporary partner promotions may exist, but they can be account-specific and may renew automatically. Read the checkout terms instead of relying on an old trial claim. Start2Watch does not link to copied accounts, unofficial restreams, social-media mirrors or unlicensed IPTV services.
Set up the stream before kickoff
- Search for the official 49ers-Rams event tile in Netflix on the device you plan to use.
- Update Netflix, DAZN or the NFL app and the device operating system.
- Test another video and sign out and back in if the live tile does not appear.
- Avoid relying on an older Chromecast for the Netflix live event.
- Stop large downloads and unnecessary 4K streams on the same network.
- Open coverage 15 to 20 minutes before kickoff.
- Keep the NFL Melbourne page available for a late timing or venue notice.
Use Start2Watch's internet speed guide for HD and 4K streaming to plan for a busy household. If video stalls, work through the stream buffering diagnostic. Fire TV users whose device connects to Wi-Fi but cannot load the app can follow the Firestick Wi-Fi troubleshooting guide.
49ers vs Rams Melbourne FAQs
What time is 49ers vs Rams in Melbourne?
Kickoff is 10:35 a.m. AEST on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
What time is the Melbourne NFL game in the United States?
It starts Thursday, September 10 at 8:35 p.m. ET, 7:35 p.m. CT, 6:35 p.m. MT and 5:35 p.m. PT.
Is 49ers vs Rams on Netflix?
Yes. Netflix is the confirmed live streaming platform in more than 200 countries, and every Netflix plan includes live events at no added event fee.
Can I watch live on a TV with NFL+?
No. NFL+ live local and primetime games are limited to phones and tablets. Netflix supports the live game on compatible televisions and streaming devices.
Will 49ers vs Rams be free on Australian TV?
No game-specific Australian free-to-air listing was confirmed as of August 2. Seven is an official NFL partner in Australia generally, but viewers should check its September 11 schedule rather than assume this Netflix game is included.
Is a replay available?
Netflix supports watching live events later when the recording remains available, but it does not promise a permanent window. NFL+ Premium provides full, condensed and All-22 replays in the US. DAZN NFL Game Pass provides international live and on-demand access, subject to local terms.
Does Netflix show ads during the game?
It can. Netflix says commercial breaks may appear during live events across all plans.
Can I use an old Chromecast for the Netflix live stream?
Not if it is a first-, second- or third-generation Chromecast or Chromecast Ultra. Netflix says those models do not support live events; casting from a Chrome browser is also unsupported for live viewing.
Verification and update policy
This guide was verified on August 2, 2026 using official NFL, Netflix and DAZN sources for the matchup, venue, dates, kickoff times, global distribution, US NFL+ limits, prices, devices, replay features and Australia's general viewing options.
Netflix's free-trial policy was rechecked on August 6, 2026. The limited eligible-market offer must be verified at signup and is not a universal free-stream route.
Start2Watch will recheck the kickoff, Netflix event availability, US local stations, Australian television listings, DAZN pricing and replay terms within 48 hours of the game. Any material change will be corrected and the visible verification date updated.
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