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49ers fans head to Australia for season opener with surprise sendoff from Steve Young
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· September 8, 2026
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Key points The team is set to play the Los Angeles Rams. A fan from San Jose is traveling with his wife to celebrate a special occasion, and another fan is from Antioch.
Fans of a certain football team are traveling to Melbourne, Australia, to watch their team play. A surprise appearance was made by a legendary quarterback before their flight. This quarterback wished the travelers safe journeys and greeted fans at the airport gate. The team is set to play the Los Angeles Rams.
The quarterback's visit boosted the fans' enthusiasm for their trip. Some fans shared their excitement about meeting the quarterback.
A fan from San Jose is traveling with his wife to celebrate a special occasion, and another fan is from Antioch.
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Category: government Published: September 8, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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