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2026 NFL Melbourne National Anthem and In-Game Entertainment Announced Cody Simpson (Australia) and Infinity Song (United States) to Perform Each Countrys National Anthem Cast of Musical A Beautiful Noise to Perform Rendition of Sweet Caroline The National Football League announced that Australian singer Cody Simpson and American rock band Infinity Song will perform the National Anthems of Australia and the United States prior to the 2026 NFL Melbourne Game between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams on Friday, Sept. 11 at 10:35 a.m. ET AEST live on Netflix (Thursday, Sept. 10 at 8:35 p.m. ET in the United States) at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Simpson will perform the Australian National Anthem, followed by Infinity Song with the U.S. National Anthem. Additionally, the cast of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical the musical based on the life and music of Neil Diamond will perform a rendition of Sweet Caroline during one of the game breaks. As both a proud Aussie and proud Californian, Im excited to be singing the Australian National Anthem at the upcoming first-ever regular season NFL game played on Australian soil, said Simpson. Growing up between Australia and the United States, Ive followed the NFL for years and have also been to many sporting events at the iconic MCG, so Im excited to witness and be a part of this unique spectacle. And to watch two epic California teams battle it out, including my local Los Angeles Rams! See you there. Its an incredible honor to perform the U.S. National Anthem as the 49ers and Rams take the field in Melbourne, said Infinity Song. The anthem is such an important part of the tradition and anticipation leading into a game, and theres something really powerful about that moment before kickoff when an entire stadium comes together in song and celebration. Were thrilled to be part of such a special day for the NFL and its fans in Australia. We couldnt be more excited to take the music of Neil Diamond out of the theatre and into the heart of an NFL game in Melbourne, said the cast of A Beautiful Noise. Performing for a huge stadium crowd in the middle of the action is going to be an incredible experience, and theres something really special about bringing Neils music to such an iconic sporting setting. We cant wait to get out there, have some fun and make a whole lot of noise! Melbourne is set to deliver a truly special pregame, bringing together talented voices for the first regular season NFL game played in Australia, said Tim Tubito, senior director of global game presentation and entertainment at the NFL. From Cody Simpson and Infinity Song honoring both nations through their anthems, to the cast of A Beautiful Noise bringing Sweet Caroline to life, this entertainment lineup reflects the scale, spirit and celebration of this historic game. Last week it was announced the multi-platinum Jonas Brothers will headline the halftime show during the 2026 NFL Melbourne Game. The Melbourne performance is one of a record seven halftime shows presented by American Express staged across the 2026 International Games a lineup of live musical performances spanning seven countries and four continents as the league plays its most international games ever in a single season. An Australian-born recording artist and singer-songwriter, Simpson made a highly-anticipated return to music earlier this year with singles Baby Blue, When It Comes to Loving You and Fluent, marking the next chapter of a career that has spanned music, stage and elite sport. He first rose to international prominence after signing with Atlantic Records at just 13 years old, landing his sophomore album Surfers Paradise in the top 10 of the Billboard 200. Infinity Song is a New York-based rock band made up of siblings Abraham, Angel, Israel and Momo Boyd. Known for their signature four-part harmonies, rich musicianship, captivating live performances and genre-blurring sound, the band recently released their awaited self-titled third album via Roc Nation Distribution. Following standout performances for NPRs Tiny Desk and COLORS, praise from Rolling Stone, Billboard and NME, major festival appearances, and an ongoing world tour, Infinity Song continues to build a rapidly growing global audience as one of rocks most distinctive new voices. Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A Beautiful Noise is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chartbusting, show-stopping American rock icon. The musical is a deeply personal and electrifying theatrical experience and is currently playing in Melbourne through Nov. 7, having premiered on Aug. 8. The league is committed to growing the game at every level across the country of Australia, engaging with fans year-round through partners, programs and initiatives. The NFL Kickoff Festival presented by American Express, which runs from Sept. 10-12 at Melbourne Park, will host the official watch party for the season opener between the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. The NFL Kickoff Festival will also feature performances from Australian artists such as Sneaky Sound System, Kita Alexander, Peking Duk, Hot Dub Time Machine, Public Figures and Grinspoon. For more details on the Kickoff Festival and the NFL Melbourne Game visit ticketmaster.com.au/nfl or download the NFL OnePass app. To stay up to date on all things NFL Australia, the NFL Melbourne Game or the NFL Kickoff Festival, follow @NFLAUNZ on Instagram, X and TikTok. Sixty-two regular season NFL games have been played outside the United States with London, Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Madrid, Dublin, São Paulo, Mexico City and Toronto having hosted games to date. 2026 NFL International Games (*designates a new market/city for 2026): · London, U.K. (Two games in Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, one in Wembley Stadium) · Madrid, Spain (Bernabéu Stadium) · Melbourne, Australia* (Melbourne Cricket Ground) · Mexico City, Mexico (Estadio Banorte) · Munich, Germany (FC Bayern Munich Arena) · Paris, France* (Stade de France Stadium) · Rio De Janeiro, Brazil* (Maracanã Stadium) ( Press Release Image: https://photos.webwire.com/prmedia/8/359011/359011-1.png ) WebWireID359011 This news content was configured by WebWire editorial staff. Linking is permitted. News Release Distribution and Press Release Distribution Services Provided by WebWire.