Last verified: August 2, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings play the San Francisco 49ers at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City on Sunday, November 22, 2026. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:20 p.m. in Mexico City, 8:20 p.m. Eastern and 5:20 p.m. Pacific.
In the United States, the NFL lists NBC, Peacock and NFL+ for this first international Sunday Night Football game. NBC also confirms Spanish-language coverage across Telemundo/Universo and Peacock. In Mexico, the NFL's official viewing directory identifies ESPN as the exclusive Sunday Night Football broadcaster. Disney+ Premium includes the basic ESPN channels, while DAZN NFL Game Pass is the paid every-game alternative.
Vikings vs 49ers Mexico City start time
| Location | Local kickoff | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico City | 7:20 p.m. CST | Sunday, November 22 |
| US Eastern | 8:20 p.m. EST | Sunday, November 22 |
| US Central | 7:20 p.m. CST | Sunday, November 22 |
| US Mountain | 6:20 p.m. MST | Sunday, November 22 |
| US Pacific | 5:20 p.m. PST | Sunday, November 22 |
| United Kingdom | 1:20 a.m. GMT | Monday, November 23 |
| Central Europe | 2:20 a.m. CET | Monday, November 23 |
The NFL's international-games announcement confirms Week 11, November 22, Estadio Banorte, an 8:20 p.m. ET kickoff and NBC, Peacock and NFL+. The NFL's Mexico City article separately lists 7:20 p.m. local time.
Mexico City does not change clocks seasonally. On November 22 it is one hour behind US Eastern time and equal to US Central time. The UK date is Monday because kickoff occurs after midnight there.
The game is listed within the NFL's flexible-scheduling window. Check the official NFL schedule and broadcaster listings during game week in case the league changes the start time or network.
Where to watch Vikings vs 49ers
| Country | Live option | Current price checked August 2 | Important limitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Local NBC station with antenna | No subscription fee after equipment | Reception depends on location and antenna setup |
| United States | Peacock Premium | $10.99/month or $109.99/year | Live sports include advertising |
| United States | Peacock Premium Plus | $16.99/month or $169.99/year | Live sports still include ads |
| United States | NFL+ | $6.99/month or $49.99/year | Live video is limited to phones and tablets |
| United States | NFL+ Premium | $14.99/month or $99.99/year | Mobile live access plus replays on supported devices |
| Mexico | ESPN through a TV provider | Varies by provider | Confirm ESPN in the current package |
| Mexico | Disney+ Premium | MXN 339/month or MXN 2,839/year | Verify the ESPN event tile before subscribing |
| Mexico | DAZN NFL Game Pass | Confirm at checkout | Every NFL game live and on demand; plan and promotion prices vary |
Prices and package terms can change. Taxes, app-store billing and provider promotions may alter the checkout total. Verify the renewal date and cancellation terms before paying.
How to watch in the United States
NBC with an antenna or TV provider
NBC carries Vikings-49ers nationally. A local NBC affiliate received over the air with an antenna is the confirmed no-subscription US option where reception is available. The antenna and installation may cost money, and reception varies with distance, terrain, building materials and placement.
Run a channel scan and test the local NBC station before game day. Cable, satellite and live-TV streaming packages can also provide NBC, but local-channel availability depends on the viewer's ZIP code.
NBC says authenticated TV customers can stream its NFL broadcasts through NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app on desktops, phones, tablets and connected TVs. The official NBC announcement confirms the Mexico City game and these authenticated options.
Peacock
Peacock streams the Mexico City game live. Peacock Premium is the lowest standard tier that includes live sports. Peacock Select is cheaper but excludes sports, movies and Peacock Originals, so it is not an option for this game.
Current direct prices are:
- Peacock Premium: $10.99 monthly or $109.99 annually
- Peacock Premium Plus: $16.99 monthly or $169.99 annually
Premium Plus removes many on-demand ads, but Peacock warns that live sports still contain advertising. The Peacock plans page provides the current checkout terms.
Peacock permits up to three concurrent streams. Supported devices include current browsers, iPhone and iPad, Android, Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast and Google TV, selected smart TVs, PlayStation and Xbox. Model and operating-system minimums apply, so check the official device list before paying.
Peacock is a US service and does not replace the licensed Mexican broadcaster while the viewer is in Mexico.
Telemundo and Universo
NBC says Telemundo Deportes will present every game in its 2026 Sunday Night Football package in Spanish across Telemundo/Universo and Peacock, with live streaming through the Telemundo app.
The exact linear channel can vary by market and provider. A local Telemundo affiliate may be receivable over the air, but verify the November 22 listing and signal at the viewer's address. Do not assume that every market carries the same channel.
Can you watch on NFL+?
NFL+ includes live local and primetime regular-season games, but live video is restricted to phones and tablets. It will not put the live Mexico City game on a Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, game console or smart TV.
Current direct prices are:
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Relevant access |
|---|---|---|---|
| NFL+ | $6.99 | $49.99 | Live local and primetime games on phones/tablets; live audio |
| NFL+ Premium | $14.99 | $99.99 | Same mobile live access plus full, condensed and All-22 replays on supported devices |
The official NFL+ price page notes that third-party billing can add fees. NFL+ is available in the United States only and not in US territories.
Choose Peacock or a provider carrying NBC for live television viewing. Choose NFL+ Premium when mobile live access and complete postgame replay formats are the priority.
How to watch in Mexico
ESPN and Disney+ Premium
The NFL's official Mexico viewing directory states that Sunday Night Football and Monday Night Football are exclusive to ESPN in Mexico. This game is Sunday Night Football, so ESPN is the game-specific Mexican broadcaster identified by the league.
Viewers can use a participating Mexican TV package that includes ESPN. Provider prices and channel tiers vary, so confirm ESPN in the current lineup rather than assuming that every base package includes it.
Disney+ Mexico says its Premium plan includes all basic ESPN channels and live ESPN sports. Current direct prices are:
- Disney+ Premium: MXN 339 per month
- Disney+ Premium annual: MXN 2,839 per year
Premium allows up to four simultaneous screens. Disney+ is available on supported mobile devices, browsers, game consoles, set-top boxes and smart TVs. Live sports include advertising, even on Premium. Review the current Disney+ Mexico plan page and confirm the Vikings-49ers or ESPN event tile before subscribing.
The NFL directory verifies ESPN's rights, while Disney+ verifies access to its ESPN channels. Start2Watch will recheck the exact ESPN channel, Disney+ event page, Spanish commentary and pregame time during game week.
DAZN NFL Game Pass
DAZN NFL Game Pass is the complete paid alternative in Mexico. DAZN says Game Pass includes every preseason, regular-season, playoff and Super Bowl game live and on demand outside the United States and China.
Game Pass can be purchased separately from a general DAZN sports plan. Current checkout prices may vary by promotion, billing method, account and plan, so confirm the total rather than relying on an older season's price table.
Game Pass works on supported smart TVs, Apple TV, Fire TV, Chromecast, phones, tablets, browsers, PlayStation and Xbox. DAZN's Mexico device guide lists the major device families.
The standard Season Pro plan permits two simultaneous streams on one IP address. Ultimate permits five streams across two IP addresses and adds Multiview plus selected enhanced feeds. A phone using mobile data counts as a different network from a television using home Wi-Fi, which can trigger the standard plan's IP limit.
Replays and condensed games
NFL+ Premium includes full, condensed and All-22 replays across supported devices after the game in the United States. The live phone/tablet restriction does not prevent later Premium replays on compatible TVs.
DAZN says Game Pass replays appear shortly after the live broadcast. Within 24 hours, it offers a full replay without commercial interruptions, Game in 40 and a short highlight package. Eligible library content can be downloaded on iPhone, iPad, Android phones and Android tablets; downloads generally expire after 30 days, and rights exceptions can apply.
Disney+ has not published a Vikings-49ers replay window. Treat ESPN/Disney+ as confirmed live access unless the event tile specifically promises catch-up viewing.
Can you watch Vikings vs 49ers free?
Free options in the United States
A local NBC station received with an antenna is a legitimate no-subscription route where reception is available. A local Telemundo station may provide the Spanish broadcast over the air if the affiliate and signal are available at the viewer's address.
No complete nationwide licensed online stream has been confirmed as free. Peacock and NFL+ are paid services, and temporary provider trials can be account-specific and renew automatically.
Free options in Mexico
No game-specific free Mexican television or online stream has been announced. The NFL lists ESPN as the exclusive Sunday Night Football broadcaster in Mexico. DAZN offers selected free content to registered users, but it has not identified Vikings-49ers as a free game.
Do not treat a rotating free-game promotion as confirmation for this matchup. Start2Watch will update the guide if ESPN, the NFL, DAZN or a Mexican free-to-air partner publishes a specific free listing.
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Venue and matchup facts
The game is at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City. San Francisco is the designated home team. The 49ers last played a regular-season game in Mexico City in 2022 and will make their third regular-season appearance at the venue.
The NFL describes this as the first Sunday Night Football game played outside the United States. Use the 49ers' official announcement for matchup and venue information.
Ticket resale pages are not reliable sources for broadcast rights or kickoff updates. Use the NFL and team pages for schedule changes.
Set up before kickoff
- Confirm the physical country where you will watch and choose the licensed local route.
- Recheck the kickoff because Week 11 is within the flexible-scheduling window.
- In the US, choose NBC/Peacock for television or NFL+ for phone/tablet live access.
- In Mexico, confirm ESPN in the TV package or the event tile in Disney+ Premium or DAZN.
- Check the price, renewal date, device support and stream limit at checkout.
- Update the app and test another live channel on the same device and network.
- Open the coverage 15 to 20 minutes before the 7:20 p.m. Mexico City kickoff.
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Vikings vs 49ers Mexico City FAQs
What time is Vikings vs 49ers in Mexico City?
Kickoff is Sunday, November 22 at 7:20 p.m. CST in Mexico City, 8:20 p.m. EST and 5:20 p.m. PST. In the UK it is 1:20 a.m. GMT on Monday, November 23.
What channel is the game on in the United States?
NBC carries the English-language broadcast. Peacock streams it, NFL+ provides live phone/tablet access, and Telemundo Deportes supplies Spanish coverage across Telemundo/Universo and Peacock.
What channel is the game on in Mexico?
The NFL identifies ESPN as Mexico's exclusive Sunday Night Football broadcaster. Disney+ Premium includes the basic ESPN channels. DAZN NFL Game Pass is the every-game paid alternative.
Is Vikings vs 49ers free in the US?
It can be watched without a subscription through a receivable local NBC affiliate and antenna. No nationwide free online stream has been confirmed.
Is Vikings vs 49ers free in Mexico?
No game-specific free Mexican route has been announced. ESPN is the NFL-listed broadcaster, while DAZN has not identified this matchup as one of its selected free events.
Can I watch live on a TV with NFL+?
No. NFL+ restricts live regular-season video to phones and tablets. NFL+ Premium replays work later on supported connected devices.
Is the game on Peacock?
Yes. NBC and the NFL explicitly list Peacock for the Mexico City game. Peacock Premium is the lowest standard tier that includes live sports.
Does NFL Sunday Ticket include this game?
No. Sunday Ticket covers eligible out-of-market Sunday afternoon CBS and FOX games. Vikings-49ers is a nationally televised Sunday Night Football game on NBC.
Will a replay be available?
NFL+ Premium provides full, condensed and All-22 replays in the US. DAZN Game Pass provides full replays, Game in 40 and highlights in Mexico. A Disney+ replay window is not yet confirmed.
Verification and update policy
This guide was verified August 2, 2026 using official NFL, NBC Sports, Peacock, NFL+, Disney+ Mexico, DAZN and 49ers sources for the matchup, venue, kickoff, US and Mexican rights, prices, devices, stream limits, replays and legitimate free options.
Start2Watch will recheck the kickoff, flex status, exact ESPN channel, Disney+ and DAZN event tiles, Peacock and NFL+ prices, device requirements, commentary language and replay availability within 48 hours of the game.
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