How to watch 49ers vs Eagles for *FREE* — Stream NFL 2026 Wildcard game
Can the Eagles shutout Brock Purdy and the 49ers?
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The NFL 2025 season has arrived at the play-offs and one of the games of the weekend is 49ers vs Eagles.
Both teams feature the last two NFL Offensive Player of the Year winners, Christian McCaffrey and Saquon Barkley, but it may be quarterback Brock Purdy who steals the show.
All the action will be available for free on 7Plus (AUS) and TVNZ+ (New Zealand) with kick-off arriving at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT / 9:30 p.m. GMT on Sunday, January 11 2026.
So read on as we show you how to watch 49ers vs Eagles in the NFL Wildcard Round for free from anywhere in the world.
How to watch 49ers vs Eagles for free
Australian and New Zealand residents are in luck as 49ers vs Eagles along with every other NFL Wildcard game will be streamed free on 7Plus and TVNZ+ respectively.
All you need is an account for each platform. 7Plus will also need an Aussie postcode (e.g. 3004).
Traveling outside the Australia or New Zealand right now? Don't worry, you can access the free streams from anywhere using a VPN.
We have watched games on the platforms throughout the season and have been thoroughly impressed by their coverage — so don't miss out.
How to watch 49ers vs Eagles from anywhere
Unfortunately, 7Plus and TVNZ+ is only accessible for Australian and New Zealand residents.
For football fans who are traveling or working outside these countries this weekend they will need a VPN to access their usual NFL broadcast.
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It's really easy to use a VPN to watch 49ers vs Eagles.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our #1 pick.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For example, if you want to watch the free stream, choose 'Australia' from the listed countries.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to 7Plus sign in, and watch the NFL Wildcard Round game for free.
What other NFL Wildcard Round games can I stream for free?
All of them! Here's the full schedule below:
- Saturday, January 10
4:30 p.m. — Rams vs Panthers
8 p.m. — Packers vs Bears - Sunday, January 11
1 p.m. — Bills vs Jaguars
4:30 p.m. — 49ers vs Eagles
8 p.m. — Chargers vs Patriots - Monday, January 12
8 p.m. — Texans vs Steelers
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Jacob is a journalist and editor based in the UK. He studied Specialist Sports Journalism at the University of Derby, graduating with First-Class Honours. He has contributed articles to Football League World and previously worked at Yeovil Town Football Club. Jacob’s expertise spans streaming services and sports, with a particular passion for football, cricket, and rugby union.
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