The All Blacks are determined to bounce back after a narrow defeat to France and finish 2024 with a commanding performance. Standing in their way are the Azzurri, as Italy prepares to host New Zealand at Turin’s Allianz Stadium—a historic first for the venue in a non-football event. Despite the significance of the occasion, history heavily favors the visitors, who have never lost to Italy.
Italy vs New Zealand Game Info:
What: Rugby Europe Trophy
Who: Italy vs New Zealand
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 8:10pm
Live stream: Watch here
New Zealand entered this match on the back of a mixed November campaign. Victories over England and Ireland showcased their class, but their one-point loss to France highlighted areas of vulnerability. Italy, on the other hand, has shown improvement under coach Gonzalo Quesada but struggled in November, losing to Argentina and barely edging past Georgia.
The All Blacks boast a formidable record against Italy, including a crushing 96-17 win at the 2023 Rugby World Cup. While Italy has made strides, their lineup may not yet have the firepower needed to topple the All Blacks.
The game also marks a poignant moment for New Zealand fans, with Sam Cane and TJ Perenara making their final appearances in the famous black jersey.
How to Watch Italy v New Zealand Live
Here’s your guide to catching the action live, no matter where you are:
In the UK and Ireland
- Channel: TNT Sports
- Kick-off Time: 8.10pm GMT, Saturday, 23 November
- Subscription: Discovery+ Premium (£30.99/month) or add TNT Sports to your TV package via Sky, BT, EE, or Virgin Media.
In the USA
- Streaming Service: Peacock
- Kick-off Time: 3.10pm ET/12.10pm PT
- Subscription: Premium ($7.99/month) or Premium Plus ($13.99/month).
In New Zealand
- Channel: Sky Sport NZ (Sky Sport 1 or Sky Sport Now)
- Kick-off Time: 9.10am NZDT, Sunday, 24 November
- Cost: $29.99 per week.
In South Africa
- Channel: SuperSport
- Kick-off Time: 10.10pm SAST
- Options: DStv or online streaming packages available.
In Australia
- Streaming Service: Stan Sport
- Kick-off Time: 7.10am AEDT, Sunday, 24 November
- Cost: Add Stan Sport to your existing plan for $15/month.
Traveling Abroad? Use a VPN
Fans traveling abroad can use a VPN like NordVPN to access their usual live streams securely. This software allows you to change your device’s IP address, ensuring seamless viewing even from overseas.
Line-ups
Italy
Starting XV: Ange Capuozzo, Jacopo Trulla, Juan Ignacio Brex (captain), Tommaso Menoncello, Monty Ioane, Paolo Garbisi, Martin Page-Relo; Danilo Fischetti, Gianmarco Lucchesi, Marco Riccioni, Federico Ruzza, Dino Lamb, Sebastian Negri, Manuel Zuliani, Ross Vintcent.
Replacements: Giacomo Nicotera, Mirco Spagnolo, Simone Ferrari, Niccolò Cannone, Alessandro Izekor, Alessandro Garbisi, Leonardo Marin, Marco Zanon.
New Zealand
Starting XV: Will Jordan, Mark Tele’a, Rieko Ioane, Anton Lienert-Brown, Caleb Clarke, Beauden Barrett, Cam Roigard; Ethan de Groot, Codie Taylor, Tyrel Lomax, Scott Barrett (captain), Patrick Tuipulotu, Wallace Sititi, Sam Cane, Ardie Savea.
Replacements: Asafo Aumua, Ofa Tu’ungafasi, Fletcher Newell, Tupou Vaa’i, Peter Lakai, TJ Perenara, David Havili, Damian McKenzie.
Final Thoughts
While the Azzurri will rely on home-field advantage and newfound confidence under Quesada, the All Blacks are laser-focused on redemption. With the legendary careers of Sam Cane and TJ Perenara coming to a close, New Zealand will aim to deliver a performance worthy of their legacy.
Stay tuned for what promises to be an exciting clash between Italy and New Zealand in Turin!
