The Ireland national rugby team is scheduled to participate in a prestigious series of fixtures against formidable Southern Hemisphere opponents at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin this November. The 2024 Autumn Nations Series has been officially confirmed, and promises an electrifying lineup of matches for rugby enthusiasts to anticipate.
Under the leadership of Andy Farrell, the Irish team will commence their Autumn campaign against the formidable All Blacks on Friday, 8 November at 8:10 pm. Subsequently, on Friday, 15 November at 8:10 pm, Ireland will host Argentina in what is expected to be a highly competitive encounter on the field.
The excitement will continue as Fiji is set to travel to Dublin to face Ireland on Saturday, 23 November at 3:10 pm. The series will culminate with an eagerly awaited match between Ireland and Australia on Saturday, 30 November at 3:10 pm, which will additionally serve as the Irish Rugby’s 150th Anniversary Challenge match.
Head Coach Andy Farrell conveyed his enthusiasm about the upcoming series, stating, “This November’s lineup is a hugely exciting one for the Irish Rugby public and we are looking forward to competing against four hugely talented sides. There is an added dimension to this year’s Autumn Nations Series, with a fourth match against Australia set to mark the IRFU’s 150th celebrations. We look forward to testing ourselves against some of the most exciting teams in the world, with whom Ireland has such strong traditions and rivalries. It promises to be a Series to remember.”
The confirmation of the 2024 Autumn Nations Series fixtures has undoubtedly generated widespread anticipation among fans. The series is expected to attract a substantial audience, and details regarding ticket prices and broadcast information are set to be announced in the near future.
In summary, the fixtures for the 2024 Autumn Nations Series are as follows:
– Friday, 8 November: Ireland v New Zealand at Aviva Stadium – 8:10pm
– Friday, 15 November: Ireland v Argentina at Aviva Stadium – 8:10pm
– Saturday, 23 November: Ireland v Fiji at Aviva Stadium – 3:10pm
– Saturday, 30 November: Ireland v Australia at Aviva Stadium – 3:10pm
It is evident that the 2024 Autumn Nations Series is poised to be a captivating showcase of top-tier rugby talent and an unmissable opportunity to witness some unforgettable matches.