After almost two months, 47 matches, and plenty of surprises and thrilling moments, it’s finally time for the Rugby World Cup final. The All Blacks, who comfortably defeated Argentina in the semi-finals, have secured their spot in the final. They will be facing off against South Africa, who came from behind to beat England in a nail-biting match. Both teams are determined to win the Webb Ellis Cup and make history.
If you’re not lucky enough to be at the final in Paris, don’t worry! You can catch all the action on TV. Here’s everything you need to know about the kick-off time and TV coverage of the final:
What time does the Rugby World Cup final start?
The final will kick off at 8pm UK time or 9pm local time in France on Saturday, October 28. The match will take place at the Stade de France, located on the outskirts of Paris. The day before the final, there will be a bronze final between Argentina and England, starting at 8pm UK time. Make sure to sign up for our newsletter to stay updated with the latest rugby news.
Which TV channel will broadcast the Rugby World Cup final?
ITV will be broadcasting the entire World Cup live, and the final will be aired on ITV1. The coverage will start at 7pm UK time with pre-match analysis and build-up to the big game.
S4C will also be showing the final, as they have covered all of Wales’ games and some of the other matches. Their production quality and punditry have been highly praised. You can watch the final on S4C, BBC iPlayer, and S4C Clic.
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