Springboks November 2026 Test Fixtures: Dates and Kick-Off Times

• The Springboks face 3 European opponents in November, with important Nations Championship points up for grabs
• South African fans will need to plan carefully for 2 evening kick-offs during the European tour
• The November schedule ends with a London finals weekend, where the final match-ups are still to be determined

South African rugby fans have four important dates to circle on their calendars as the Springboks prepare for their November campaign. Rassie Erasmus' team will face Italy, France and Ireland before the Nations Championship finals weekend in London.

The first Test takes place on Saturday, 7 November 2026, with the Boks travelling to Turin to face Italy. The fixtures against France and Ireland will follow on 13 and 21 November, respectively.

According to SA Rugby, the three European Tests will be officiated by Eoghan Cross, Andrea Piardi and Christophe Ridley.

Springboks November Test kick-off times

All times below are in South African Standard Time (SAST).

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• Saturday, 7 November: Italy vs Springboks — 13:40
• Friday, 13 November: France vs Springboks — 22:10
• Saturday, 21 November: Ireland vs Springboks — 18:40
• 27–29 November: Nations Championship finals weekend in London — individual kick-off times and match-ups vary

The first three matches will be played at Allianz Stadium in Turin, Stade de France in Paris and Aviva Stadium in Dublin, respectively.

Rassie Erasmus warns against tough European opponents

Erasmus has cautioned against underestimating Italy, despite their lower world ranking.

"Italy may be ranked 11th in the world at this stage, but they are a quality team who have tested us to the limit at times, so we will not be fooled by the standings," he said.

He also highlighted the challenge posed by France, pointing to the narrow margins in several recent encounters.

Ireland will provide another stern test. Erasmus noted that they had won four of their previous six meetings with South Africa, although the Springboks won their last outing in Dublin.

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Nations Championship points could prove decisive

The Springboks entered the November leg level on 15 points with New Zealand in the Southern Hemisphere standings, leading on points difference, according to the source published on 29 October.

Erasmus stressed that every point matters as the team pursues a strong finish to the league stage.

With three demanding Tests ahead, South Africa will be aiming to build momentum before the finals weekend in London.

Victor Matfield backs Springbok forward to shine in November Tests

Briefly News also reported that former Springbok captain Victor Matfield has tipped Wilco Louw to make a major impact during South Africa’s November 2026 European tour.

Matfield also highlighted Jasper Wiese’s importance as the Springboks prepare to face Italy, France and Ireland, with several experienced players unavailable through injury.

Source: Briefly News