The rematch, set for Soldier Field, is the first time the teams will meet in Chicago since their epic 2016 clash.

We may only still be in October, but a St Patrick’s Day vibe – tinged with black – has swept through Chicago this week.

Ireland and New Zealand can't stay away from each other, and for the seventh time in just four years the sides are set to go head-to-head this week. It's nine years since the Ireland men's team finally broke their long wait for a win in this fixture, which appropriately enough came at this weekend's venue, Soldier Field in Chicago.

CHICAGO (WGN) – At Pioneer Court in downtown Chicago, a rugby-style takeover was in full effect. A week ahead of their game against Ireland at Soldier Field, the New Zealand All Blacks did some good will warm-ups ahead of the first ever Gallagher Cup.

George Furbank and Elliot Daly are both injured, which means Marcus Smith, Tommy Freeman and Tom Roebuck are in line for the 15 jersey. The latter two don't play 15 for club or country but Smith has played there before. England will be in a very tough position if Smith picks up an injury this weekend.

Here’s how to watch the 2025 rugby match on TV and live stream as well as the latest team news. The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.

If New Zealand is the growth area, we will attack. “It will mean more revenue for the game.” The move is a shot across the bow of New Zealand Rugby, which is under siege from rugby league as the NRL considers expanding to 20 teams with a second Kiwi ...

The Jillaroos have received a huge boost for Sunday’s game against New Zealand with Dally M winner Tamika Upton cleared to return from injury for the Pacific Championships final in Sydney.