Where to Watch 49ers vs Cardinals: TV Channel, Live Stream

Anyone who’s tried to catch a 49ers game without cable knows the drill: scroll through apps, check kickoff times, and hope you don’t miss a snap. The November 16 showdown between San Francisco and Arizona at 4:05 p.m. ET on FOX is no exception, but the options for watching have never been wider — or more confusing. This guide walks through every legal way to tune in, whether you’re at home in the U.S. or following from Ireland, with free trials and over-the-air tricks that actually work.

Game Date: November 16, 2025 ·
Kickoff Time: 4:05 p.m. ET ·
TV Channel: FOX ·
Streaming Options: FOX Sports, NFL+, DAZN (Ireland) ·
Free Trial Available: FOX Sports (7-day free trial), NFL+

Eight key facts, one pattern: the broadcast and streaming landscape for this game splits neatly into national TV, US streaming, and international access. Here’s the full breakdown.

The pattern: most viewers can watch the same broadcast via FOX, but the device you use and where you live determine whether you need a subscription or just an antenna.

What streaming service is the 49ers game on?

NFL Game Pass on DAZN

• DAZN is the exclusive home of NFL Game Pass in Ireland, carrying every game live and on-demand (DAZN official broadcaster).
• Subscription required; free trial may be available for new users.
• Compatible with smart TVs, phones, tablets, and web browsers (DAZN FAQ support page).

What this means: Irish viewers get the full game library, but the free trial window is short — check the terms before signing up.

FOX Sports streaming

• The game is available on FOX Sports streaming (FOXSports.com, FOX Sports App, FOX One) with a 7-day free trial for new subscribers (FOX Sports network guide).
• You’ll need a TV provider login or a free trial account to access the live stream.
• The FOX Sports app works on Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and mobile devices (FOX Sports app page).

NFL+ subscription

• NFL+ offers live local and primetime games, including this matchup, with a subscription (NFL+ official subscription page).
• Free trial available for new subscribers.
• Mobile and tablet only; no TV app support for live games (NFL+ FAQ support page).

The catch: FOX Sports gives you the biggest screen compatibility and a 7-day trial, but you’ll need a cable-login workaround after the trial ends. NFL+ is cheaper but locks you to mobile. DAZN is the best bet for international fans, though the trial is region-dependent.

Where can I watch 49ers vs Arizona Cardinals?

TV channel: FOX

• The game is broadcast on FOX nationally in the US on November 16, 2025 at 4:05 p.m. ET (NFL.com official schedule).
• FOX carries most Sunday afternoon NFC games, including this matchup (49ers.com team watch page).

Local broadcast affiliates

• Check your local FOX affiliate for channel number and any pre-emptions (FOX Sports affiliate finder).
• Over-the-air antenna users can tune in for free if within range of a FOX broadcast tower.

Online streaming platforms

• Streaming options include FOX Sports app, NFL+, and YouTube TV (if subscribed) (49ers.com team watch page).
• YouTube TV and Hulu + Live TV carry FOX in their channel lineups, but require a paid subscription.

The pattern: the broadcast is widespread, but the catch is that each platform has a different device and trial policy. If you want the simplest path, an antenna + FOX Sports free trial covers you for the game without a long-term commitment.

How to watch 49ers in Ireland?

DAZN Ireland subscription

• DAZN is the exclusive broadcaster of NFL Game Pass in Ireland, offering all games live and on-demand (DAZN official broadcaster).
• Subscription required; free trial may be available depending on region.
• Watch on smart TVs, phones, tablets, and web browsers (DAZN FAQ support page).

NFL Game Pass via DAZN

• All 2025 NFL games are available on DAZN’s Game Pass International tier, including the 49ers-Cardinals matchup (49ers.com week 11 watch guide).
• Replay access and condensed games are included in the subscription.

Device compatibility

• DAZN supports Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, PlayStation, Xbox, and mobile devices.
• No cable login required – just a DAZN subscription.

The catch: Irish fans have the most straightforward option – one subscription, all games. But the cost is higher than a US streaming service, and the free trial may not cover the full season.

How can I watch the 49ers game for free today?

Over-the-air antenna (FOX)

• If you have a TV antenna, you can watch FOX over the air for free – no subscription needed (FOX Sports affiliate finder).
• Check your local signal strength; a basic indoor antenna usually works within 30 miles of the broadcast tower.

FOX Sports free trial

• FOX Sports offers a 7-day free trial for streaming (FOX Sports network guide).
• Sign up at FOXSports.com or via the FOX Sports app – no credit card required for the trial.

NFL+ free trial

• NFL+ offers a free trial for new subscribers (NFL+ official subscription page).
• Works on mobile and tablet devices only.

Free streaming options

• No free legal stream exists on YouTube or other platforms for this game without a subscription (Newsweek NFL streaming guide).
• Beware of unofficial streams – they often violate copyright and may carry malware.

The catch: free options are real but limited. The antenna is the only truly free method if you’re in range. Otherwise, stacking free trials from FOX Sports and NFL+ can cover the game without paying a cent, but you’ll need to cancel before the trial ends.

What time do the 49ers play TODAY and What channel?

Kickoff time: 4:05 p.m. ET

• The game kicks off at 4:05 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 16, 2025 (49ers.com week 11 watch guide).
• Time zone conversions: Pacific 1:05 p.m., Mountain 2:05 p.m., Central 3:05 p.m., Eastern 4:05 p.m.

TV channel: FOX

• TV channel: FOX (NFL.com official schedule).
• National broadcast – no regional restrictions for this game.

Time zone conversions

The pattern: the game is a standard late-afternoon window for the East Coast, an early-afternoon start for the West. Irish viewers get a prime-time kickoff at 9:05 p.m. GMT.

For the fan in the US without cable, the antenna plus FOX Sports free trial is the cheapest path. For Irish viewers, DAZN is the only official option, but it covers the entire season. The trade-off is simple: free trials buy you one game, but a subscription gets you the full season. The game is on FOX at 4:05 p.m. ET on November 16 – set your DVR, sign up for a trial, or grab an antenna. The choice is yours, but the time to act is before kickoff.

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