How to watch Chiefs vs. 49ers live streams
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It's a Super Bowl rematch this weekend as the Kansas City Chiefs take on the San Francisco 49ers. We'll show you everything you need to know about how to watch Chiefs vs. 49ers live streams, including US and international watch options.
The Kansas City team will head to San Francisco for the two team's first head-to-head since Super Bowl LVIII in February, when the Chiefs beat the 49ers 25-22 in overtime. The Chiefs have continued to find success in the new season, going undefeated with a 5-0 record so far. The 49ers, on the other hand, have had a rockier start with a 3-3 season record and several injuries plaguing the roster.
The Chiefs are coming off their BYE week, while the 49ers are fresh off an October 10 win against the Seattle Seahawks, so both teams have had over a week since they last played. The Chiefs lead the AFC West and the 49ers lead the NFC West. The Chiefs will most likely hold onto their ranking, even if they lose, but another loss for the 49ers could see them swap places with the Seahawks, depending on how the Seattle team plays this weekend.
Will the 49ers be able to avenge their Super Bowl loss, or will the Chiefs continue their reign? Only time (and tuning in) will tell. Keep reading to learn how to watch today's game, and don't forget to check out our streaming guide for how to watch all NFL games.
What channel is Chiefs vs. 49ers on?
The Chiefs vs. 49ers game will be nation on FOX in the US. The game will kick off at 4:25 p.m. ET/1:25 p.m. PT.
How to watch Chiefs vs. 49ers in the US
If you don't have FOX through a cable provider or an antenna, you can still watch the game and network via a live TV streaming package like Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, or Fubo. These are low-commitment, month-to-month options recommended in our guide to the best sports streaming services.
Sling TV is one of the more affordable TV packages out there. Sling Blue carries local networks like FOX, in addition to 40+ other live channels (including the NFL Network). Sling's local channel coverage is pretty selective, so you should look up your zip code before subscribing to ensure you can access FOX. Sling is usually running an introductory offer that will shave at least half off your first month of service.
DirecTV Stream and Fubo both offer broad FOX coverage, in addition to at least 90 other live channels (but usually much more). Both services offer several top sports channels beyond FOX, including ESPN and other major local networks. DirecTV Stream plans start at $87/month and include a five-day free trial, while Fubo subscriptions start at $80/month and offer a seven-day free trial.
How to watch Chiefs vs. 49ers in the UK
While DAZN's NFL Game Pass will cover most international viewers, including British fans, throughout the season, several live Sunday games will instead be available through Sky Sports in the UK. That's the case for this weekend's Chiefs vs. 49ers game. UK fans can subscribe to Sky Sports, where prices vary depending on plan and contract length. Now TV is another great option since there are contract plans, month-to-month plans, and even a single-day pass. This 24-hour pass, which costs a one-time fee of £14.99, is a solid option if you're only interested in live streaming this one game.
How to watch Chiefs vs. 49ers from anywhere
NFL fans don't need to worry about missing out on the game just because they're traveling away from home. Viewers can keep up with their usual subscriptions, like those above, with the help of a VPN. VPNs, short for virtual private networks, let you temporarily change your device's virtual location so that you can use your go-to websites and apps just like you would back home. Since the services we've highlighted today require country-specific payment methods, this option will work best for people who are just traveling and hoping to utilize their existing subscriptions from abroad.
If you don't already have a VPN, we recommend giving ExpressVPN a try. You can read all about it in our ExpressVPN review, but we recommend it because of its user-friendliness and 30-day money-back guarantee.
How to watch Chiefs vs. 49ers with a VPN
- Sign up for a VPN if you don't have one.
- Install it on the device you're using to watch.
- Turn it on and set it to the location of your streaming service.
- Sign up for one of the above streaming services if you don't already have an account.
- Navigate to the channel or game page and enjoy!
Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries, and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.