San Francisco 49ers slated for two international games in 2026 season

The NFL released its full slate of international games for the 2026 season, confirming that the San Francisco 49ers will travel abroad twice. The 49ers open the season against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia, a game previously announced earlier in the offseason. Their second overseas contest comes in Week 11, when they face the Minnesota Vikings in Mexico City.

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan expressed frustration about the added travel, noting the challenges of playing the season opener on another continent. He said the team will “deal with it,” emphasizing the logistical strain despite the team’s otherwise favorable schedule. The additional flights and time‑zone changes are expected to make the 2026 campaign more demanding for San Francisco, which reached the playoffs last season despite numerous injuries.