When is France vs New Zealand? Stream FREE, TV channel and line-ups as hosts open Rugby World Cup against All Blacks
FRANCE open up the 2023 Rugby World Cup with a thrilling encounter against New Zealand – and the action will unfold TOMORROW night.
South Africa claimed victory in the 2019 edition following a convincing 32-12 victory over runners-up England.
While it was a year to forget for France who were knocked out at the quarter-final stage by Wales despite being labelled as one of the favourites.
However, with the tournament being in their backyard this time, Les Bleus will be expected to progress even further in the competition – some believe that they could even go all the way.
But their first hurdle is to get past the All Blacks in the group stage who are one of the most decorated sides in Rugby World Cup history.
When is France vs New Zealand?
- France’s Rugby World Cup curtain raiser against New Zealand will take place on Friday, September 8.
- It is scheduled to get underway at 8:15pm BST.
- Stade de France, Paris is the allocated arena for this huge match and it can host approximately 80,000 roaring fans.
- Les Bleus ran out 40-25 winners when the sides last met in a 2021 end-of-year test.
What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
- France vs New Zealand will be broadcast LIVE on ITV 1 in the UK.
- Fans can also stream the entire action live via the ITV X app on any tablet or mobile device.
- Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute action of this Rugby World Cup opener through our live blog.
Can I watch it for FREE?
Yes!
Fans can watch France vs New Zealand for FREE as long as you hold a valid TV license in the UK.
Confirmed line-ups
New Zealand lock Scott Barrett is free to play against France after his red card against South Africa was deemed not worthy of a ban.
France XV: Ramos, Penaud, Fickou, Moefana, Villiere, Jalibert, Dupont, Wardi, Marchand, Atonio, Woki, Flament, Cros, Ollivon, Alldritt
Replacements: Mauvaka, Gros, Aldegheri, Taofifenua, Boudehent, Lucu, Vincent, Jaminet
New Zealand XV: B Barrett, Jordan, Ioane, Lienert-Brown, Telea, Mo’unga, Smith, De Groot, Taylor, Laulala, Whitelock, S Barrett, Papalii, Cane, Savea
Replacements: Taukei’aho, Tu’ungafasi, Newell, Vaa’i, Jacobson, Christie, Havili, Fainga’anuku
Latest odds
- France to win 10/11
- Tie 20/1
- New Zealand win 1/1
*Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes are correct at time of publication