NFL confirms 49ers will open next season in league’s Australian debut

SAN FRANCISCO — An opener in Oz.

The NFL confirmed Thursday the 49ers will match up with the Los Angeles Rams in the league’s first regular-season game in Australia.

“This is a terrific opportunity to continue to support the league in its mission to grow the game of football,” 49ers CEO Al Guido said in a statement. “We look forward to working with the NFL to benefit local Australian communities through sport.”

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