Ireland and New Zealand head to Soldier Field in Chicago for the opening match of the Autumn Nations Series 2025. At the site where they claimed their first-ever win over the All Blacks, Andy Farrell’s side will be eyeing a repeat, but a battle-hardened New Zealand team will be difficult to defeat.
But how can you watch Ireland vs New Zealand on Virgin Media Play from anywhere? And, can you access the free Autumn Nations 2025 stream in the UK and the US too?
Here’s our simple guide to how to watch Ireland vs New Zealand in the 2025 Autumn Nations for free from anywhere in the world using NordVPN.
Virgin Media Play will be streaming Ireland vs New Zealand for free in the Autumn Nations 2025 to Irish residents.
To watch Virgin Media Play: visit the Virgin Media Play website or download the Virgin Media Play App (iOS / Android)
All you need is an account — just enter an email address, password, year of birth and you’ll be good to go.
OUTSIDE IRELAND? ACCESS YOUR FREE IRELAND VS NEW ZEALAND STREAM FROM ANYWHERE WITH NORDVPN
How to watch Ireland vs New Zealand for free from anywhere
Although Virgin Media Player is our top choice for streaming the Autumn Nations Series in Ireland, thanks to its expert punditry and in-depth analysis, it’s only available to viewers living in the Emerald Isle.
Rugby union fans traveling outside their home turf can still access a free Ireland vs New Zealand stream by using a VPN.
There are lots of VPN’s but NordVPN is our pick to unblock Virgin Media Play to stream the game like a pro…. and you can save 75% right now with this Black Friday deal.
It’s really easy to use a VPN to watch Virgin Media Play.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we’ve said, NordVPN is the best choice.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you’re visiting United States and want to watch your free Irish Virgin Media Play stream – you’d select ‘Ireland’ from the options.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to the Virgin Media Play website, sign in, and watch Ireland vs New Zealand for free.
Virgin Media Play Q+A
Virgin Media Play is one of our favourite streaming services for Irish residents, offering a host of live sports as well as an abundance of great TV shows.
The platform is showing every Irish game from this Autumn Nations Series, including this opener against New Zealand.
Virgin Media recommend an internet speed of at least 5–10 Mbps for quality streaming.
We have watched the Champions League on the platform this season and the coverage has been superb.
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