{
  "id": 2256640,
  "title": "49ers vs. Chargers updates: Start time, TV channel for preseason game",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/49ers-vs-chargers-updates-start-time-tv-channel-for-preseason-game",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-21T00:00:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/49ers-vs-chargers-updates-start-000051316.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The San Francisco 49ers are set to face off against the Los Angeles Chargers in a preseason game at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on Thursday, August 20th at 7:00 pm PT. As head coach Kyle Shanahan hinted, some healthy starters may see action against the Chargers, as the 49ers used Tuesday's joint practice with LA as a chance to better prepare for their upcoming regular season opener. Fans can catch all the live updates, scores, and highlights of the game through Niners Wire. To watch the game, tune in to KPIX or stream it on FuboTV. Predictions for the game foresee the Chargers winning 24-18. The 49ers will likely be without Nick Bosa and Christian McCaffrey, both of whom are nearing returns after extended injuries. The rest of the 49ers' 2026 preseason schedule includes games against the Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals, Denver Broncos, Seattle Seahawks, Washington Commanders, and Atlanta Falcons.",
  "summary": "The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Chargers face off in their 2nd preseason game of the 2026 season. Follow along for updates and highlights.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}