The new Nations Championship is set to launch later this year, commencing with fixtures in the Southern Hemisphere during the summer. Following that, the Northern Hemisphere matches will take place in the autumn international window.
Northern Series Kickoff Details
The inaugural ‘Northern Series’ will kick off on Friday, November 6, with Ireland hosting Argentina at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. This exciting matchup marks the beginning of a month filled with international rugby that will feature the 12 strongest teams in the sport.
Upcoming Matches
- Scotland vs. New Zealand
- Date: Saturday, November 7
- Venue: Scottish Gas Murrayfield
- Scotland vs. Australia
- Date: Sunday, November 15
- Venue: Scottish Gas Murrayfield
- Scotland vs. Japan
- Date: Saturday, November 21
- Venue: Scottish Gas Murrayfield
Scotland’s previous encounter with New Zealand was a narrow victory for the All Blacks, ending 25-17 in their favor last November. In contrast, Scotland triumphed over Australia in 2024, winning 27-13 at the same venue. Their most recent face-off against Japan resulted in a 29-20 win for the hosts during the 2021 November tests.
Nations Championship Finals Weekend
All paths will eventually lead to London for the Nations Championship Finals Weekend, scheduled for November 27-29. Fans will anticipate three days filled with double headers at Allianz Stadium, where two prestigious titles in international rugby will be contested.
Throughout the weekend, each team will compete against their equally ranked rival from the opposing Hemisphere group, with matches ranging from 6th place to 1st place teams. This format aims to determine the world’s best rugby team while also allowing teams to earn points for their Hemisphere’s standing, impacting the sport’s balance of power.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the home Nations Championship matches will be available this spring. Fans interested in securing presale tickets can become a member of the Scotland Supporters Club.
Multiple ticket options will cater to various preferences, including:
- Day tickets: Access to two fixtures on a selected day.
- Weekend packages: Entry to all fixtures across the three days.
- Support Your Team option: Guaranteed tickets for fans to watch their chosen team compete, regardless of the day.
