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Scotland to host New Zealand at Murrayfield on 7 Nov

The Nations Championship match between Scotland and New Zealand kicks off at 2.10 pm GMT on 7 Nov 2026 at Murrayfield, Edinburgh. ITV1 and ITVX will broadcast the game in the United Kingdom. Scotland, coached by Gregor Townsend, seeks its first win in 33 Tests against the All Blacks, who are led by head coach Dave Rennie with attack coach Mike Blair. The two sides have never seen a Scottish victory, and the last four encounters were decided by eight points or fewer.

Key facts

  • The match forms part of the inaugural Nations Championship.
  • Scotland's winless run against New Zealand stands at 33 Tests.
  • Gregor Townsend is Scotland's head coach.
  • Dave Rennie serves as New Zealand's head coach.
  • Mike Blair is the attack coach for New Zealand.

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Why it matters

A win would end Scotland's long winless streak against a top rugby nation.

What changed

  1. First published from Sky Sports, Yahoo Sports, The Independent and The Guardian