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NFL heads to Australia in a first for international football

03 SEP 2026 · 12:04 ET·4:32·25.3K VIEWS·1.9× USUAL PACE

The NFL is expanding its global reach by playing its first-ever game in Australia, with the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers set to compete in Melbourne. This initiative is part of the league's broader strategy to grow international viewership and potentially establish a permanent team outside the U.S., despite significant marketing and time zone challenges.

WHY IT MATTERS

This game represents a significant step in the NFL's ambition to become a global sport, testing the logistical feasibility and fan reception in a new, distant market with major time zone differences.

NFL ROGER GOODELL LOS ANGELES RAMS SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS

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