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Evening Standard
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Marc Mayo

How to watch Ireland vs Tonga for FREE: TV channel and live stream for Rugby World Cup game today

Tonga kick off their Rugby World Cup campaign tonight with a daunting match-up against Ireland.

Nantes hosts a Pool B clash that is widely tipped to only go one way after Andy Farrell’s side smashed Romania last time out to show off their credentials as one of the pre-tournament favourites.

Ireland have slightly rotated their side ahead of crunch meetings with South Africa and Scotland.

CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW IRELAND VS TONGA LIVE!

Tonga are not expected to cause them too many troubles in their first game of the tournament. Israel Folau is their big-name injury absentee.

Where to watch Ireland vs Tonga

TV channel: In the UK, tonight’s game will be shown live and free to air on ITV1, with coverage starting at 7.15pm for an 8pm BST kick-off.

Live stream: Fans can also watch all the action live online via the ITVX website and app.

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