NFL Goes Global with Melbourne Game | Los Angeles Rams News

0:00On September 10, the NFL is taking its show on the road, kicking off the 2026-2027 season with a bang. The San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams are heading down under to Melbourne, Australia, for the league's first international game of the season. This matchup is set to go down on Thursday, September 10, and is going to be streamed exclusively on Netflix. This isn't just the one-off event. The NFL is really leaning into the global game this year, with seven international games planned. Each one will feature a half-time show, and for this Melbourne game, get ready for the Jonas Brothers to hit the stage. They're just one of several big names lined up, with artists like Ricky Martin also scheduled to perform at other international fixtures. It's a pretty big deal for Australia to host an NFL game, and you know the fans there are hyped. With the teams involved, it's a chance to expand their reach and play in front of a whole new crowd. It also means a bit of a schedule shake-up, with the game happening locally on Friday morning,

1:02September 11. Beyond the big international game, the NFL is spreading its broadcast wings even further. With gains popping up on everything from traditional networks to streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Peacock, keeping up with you. Favorite team can feel like a full-time job. They're even adding a Thanksgiving Eve game this year, exclusively on Netflix. So, while the focus is on the 49ers in Rams battling it out in Melbourne, it's a sign of bigger things to come for the NFL's international. Presence. It's all about making the game accessible to more fans, no matter where they are in the world. That's Los Angeles Rams News Today. I'm Corey with the story reporting with AI, and this episode was brought to you by Cubicle Kitchens.