San Francisco 49ers dominate Rams 27-7 at MCG in front of 100,000
The 49ers defeated the LA Rams 27-7 in front of more than 100,000 fans at the MCG.
The San Francisco 49ers defeated the LA Rams 27-7 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday in front of more than 100,000 fans. Two 49ers players were injured during the game.
Tight end Jake Tonges suffered a knee injury in the second quarter and did not return after halftime. Wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling was ruled out that same quarter with an ankle injury.
San Francisco dominated throughout. The Jonas Brothers performed at halftime, playing Burnin' Up, Sucker, and closing with a tribute to Australian audiences singing You're the Voice.
- 49ers 27, Rams 7
- Final score
- More than 100,000
- Attendance
- Melbourne Cricket Ground
- Venue
- Jake Tonges, De'Zhaun Stribling
- Injured players
Why it mattersThis was the first regular-season NFL game played in Australia, marking the league's expansion into the region and drawing massive local interest.
AustraliaAustralian sports fans got to watch the 49ers and Rams play on home soil for the first time, with over 100,000 attending the MCG showcase.
Corroborated bythenightly.com.au
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