Rams-49ers Australia opener could feel more like San Francisco home game
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- The Rams will host the 49ers on September 10 at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia, marking the NFL's first regular-season game in the country, but the crowd is expected to favor the 49ers due to their strong Australian fan base.
- The 49ers are the most popular NFL team in Australia, attributed largely to their dominance in the 1980s, while the Rams rank seventh despite holding official Australian marketing rights since 2021.
- The 49ers plan a week of events in Melbourne to engage their fans, many of whom are expected to travel for the game, potentially creating a heavily 49ers-supportive atmosphere.
- The Rams, with a strong roster led by Matthew Stafford and a formidable defense, have an opportunity to win over Australian fans who are new to live NFL games and still undecided in their team loyalty.
- The large 100,000-seat venue may initially be dominated by 49ers supporters, but a strong performance by the Rams could sway some of the crowd and help build their fanbase in Australia.
