NFL Melbourne live updates, San Francisco 49ers v Los Angeles Rams scores, video highlights, latest news: First ever spectacle set to generate $300m boost
The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in a historic NFL exhibition match held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The event drew a capacity crowd of over 100,000 fans and generated significant local economic interest.
Why it matters
This event marks a major expansion of the NFL's international footprint, demonstrating the commercial viability of hosting high-profile American sports in the Australian market.
Sport NFL NFL in Melbourne recap: ‘Home’ team thrashed as 100,021 NFL fans rock MCG Nic Negrepontis , Simon Brunsdon and Alyssa Bone Updated September 11, 2026 - 4.09am . First published September 10, 2026 - 9.08pm
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