Scotland vs. New Zealand Rugby: Score Updates and ITV Guide — Nov. 7, 2026

Information verified: November 7, 2026, 1:12 PM GMT (UTC+00:00; 13:12 UTC). This is a pre-kickoff status check. Live scoring can change after this time.

Scotland face New Zealand at Scottish Gas Murrayfield in Edinburgh on Saturday, November 7, 2026, with kickoff confirmed for 2:10 p.m. Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+00:00), or 14:10 UTC. The Round 4 Nations Championship fixture is listed as upcoming in the official Nations Championship match center; no in-game or final score was confirmed at this check. For a changing score, readers should open an official live match center rather than rely on a preview headline.

Both teams have released their matchday selections, and Scottish Rugby identifies ITV Sport as the UK broadcaster. That gives supporters two practical options: watch via the broadcaster where available or follow official score and event updates without a video stream. Scotland are also pursuing a first-ever victory over the All Blacks, making the result consequential beyond one weekend of rugby.

Destaques

• When and where: Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 2:10 p.m. in Edinburgh, GMT (UTC+00:00); 14:10 UTC at Scottish Gas Murrayfield.
• Score status: The match was scheduled, not completed, at the verification time above. Check the competition match center for the latest score and confirmed final result.
• UK viewing: Scottish Rugby lists ITV Sport; check the live ITV schedule and ITVX for the current programme and available stream.
• Team news: Sione Tuipulotu captains Scotland with Finn Russell at fly-half; Codie Taylor captains New Zealand with Damian McKenzie at fly-half.

What time does Scotland vs. New Zealand start today?

Kickoff is 2:10 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, in Edinburgh. Britain is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT, UTC+00:00) in early November after the end of daylight saving time, so the UK time and UTC are identical for this match. There is no calendar-day change for viewers in Scotland or elsewhere in the United Kingdom. The All Blacks' own announcement gives 3:10 a.m. New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT, UTC+13:00) on Sunday, November 8, which is the same instant.

These details are supported by Scottish Rugby competition schedule, official Nations Championship match center, and the Scottish Rugby match page. If the kickoff is delayed, treat subsequent announcements in the match centers as more current than this schedule.

Where can I follow the Scotland vs. New Zealand live score?

The most reliable way to monitor the game is to keep one official source open and check its status at intervals. The following links serve different needs:

• Score and match status: The official Nations Championship match center is the tournament's dedicated Round 4 fixture page. It is the first place to look for a scheduled, in-progress, or full-time status.
• Running commentary: The All Blacks live blog advertises match updates, scores, and statistics. It is particularly useful if you cannot watch the broadcast.
• Scotland perspective: The Scottish Rugby match page includes a live-updates area as well as background on the fixture.
• Cross-checking key events: The World Rugby match center has sections for lineups, timeline, and statistics, while the All Blacks match statistics page provides categories such as tries, territory-related measures, penalties, and set pieces.

Practical tip: A text feed and a television broadcast may update at slightly different speeds. When a try is being reviewed, or an event is corrected, wait for the match center to confirm the decision before sharing a score. An empty timeline or a line of zeroes before kickoff does not mean the match ended 0–0.

How can fans watch Scotland vs. New Zealand in the UK?

Scottish Rugby's official team announcement says the contest is live on ITV Sport. For UK viewers, the Nations Championship on ITVX page is the relevant broadcaster destination, while the ITV live television guide can identify the channel and current programme listing. The ITV schedule places Nations Championship coverage around the 2:10 p.m. GMT kickoff; the television programme can begin before the match itself.

Check your regional listings and the ITVX player directly, as broadcast access, live availability, and any account requirements are determined by ITV. The All Blacks' announcement separately identifies Sky Sport for New Zealand viewers; that does not establish streaming rights for UK audiences. Neither the tournament's score page nor a text live blog should be mistaken for a licensed video stream.

Who is starting for Scotland and New Zealand?

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend has named Sione Tuipulotu captain in midfield, alongside Huw Jones. Finn Russell starts at fly-half with Ben White at scrum-half; Kyle Rowe is at fullback, Kyle Steyn and Jamie Dobie on the wings. The starting forwards are Rory Sutherland, Ewan Ashman, Zander Fagerson, Gregor Brown, Scott Cummings, Matt Fagerson, Rory Darge, and Jack Dempsey. Blair Kinghorn, George Horne, and Tom Jordan are among the replacements. These are the announced selections, not a guarantee that no change will occur before kickoff. See the Scotland team announcement.

New Zealand's named starting side includes Codie Taylor as captain, with Ethan de Groot and Fletcher Newell also in the front row. Scott Barrett and Fabian Holland form the second row; Tupou Vaa'i, Peter Lakai, and Wallace Sititi complete the loose forwards. Cam Roigard and Damian McKenzie start at halfback and fly-half, with Jordie Barrett and Quinn Tupaea in midfield. Josh Moorby and Will Jordan are named on the wings, and Beauden Barrett at fullback. See the New Zealand team announcement for the matchday squad and any official replacement notices.

Why does this result matter in the Nations Championship?

The competition links three July fixtures with three November fixtures before a finals weekend in London. Scotland began the November series with two wins and one loss from July, while New Zealand won all three of its July fixtures, according to the clubs' and competition's pre-match accounts. A result at Murrayfield can therefore affect each side's standing within its hemisphere and its eventual finals-weekend matchup.

There is also a historical milestone at stake. Before this game, the All Blacks' official rivalry review counted 33 Tests between the teams: 31 New Zealand wins and two draws, with no Scotland victory. The latest meeting, in November 2025, ended New Zealand 25, Scotland 17 at Murrayfield. Those historical results explain the interest but do not predict what will happen in today's match.

What should you look for as the score changes?

In rugby union, a try is worth five points, a successful conversion adds two, and a penalty goal or drop goal adds three. A match center may show the aggregate score before a detailed timeline refreshes, especially around a television match official review. It helps to note the match clock, any yellow or red cards, the number of tries, and whether a possible score has been confirmed.

With Russell and McKenzie selected to guide their teams' attacks, kicking decisions and territory could influence how each side builds points. Set-piece execution, breakdown penalties, and the use of replacement players may also matter. These are potential match factors, not reports of actions that have already happened. World Rugby appointed Andrew Brace as referee, with Olly Hodges as television match official, according to the World Rugby officials list.

What happens after full time?

Once the final whistle has sounded, check the official Nations Championship match center for the confirmed score, then use the competition fixtures and results to understand the effect on Round 4 results and later fixtures. Scotland's next scheduled home matches are against Australia on Sunday, November 15, and Japan on Saturday, November 21. Those fixtures make the immediate result important for the wider November campaign, but the precise table outcome depends on other matches and competition points.

Fans traveling to Murrayfield should also be mindful that a live score is not a travel advisory. Traffic Scotland event advisory warns of heavier roads around Edinburgh and limited nearby parking, and recommends public transportation, walking, or cycling where practical. Check transport services separately for any disruption.

FAQ

What is the Scotland vs. New Zealand rugby score?

No confirmed in-game or final score was available at the verification time stated at the top of this article. Open the official Nations Championship match center or All Blacks live blog for the latest match status.

What time is Scotland vs. New Zealand kickoff in the UK?

Kickoff is Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 2:10 p.m. GMT (UTC+00:00) at Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh. That is 14:10 UTC.

Is Scotland vs. New Zealand on TV or online in the UK?

Scottish Rugby confirms ITV Sport coverage. Check the ITV live television guide and Nations Championship on ITVX for the live UK programme and viewing availability; official match centers provide text score updates.