Watch New Zealand v Spain as the Black Ferns begin their Women’s Rugby World Cup title defence this weekend, with all the details here on live streams and TV broadcasts globally.
New Zealand have been the dominant force in the Women’s Rugby World Cup, having won six of the nine editions, including the past two. However, they are only ranked third in the world heading into this tournament, where the No.1 England have the home advantage.
Spain, meanwhile, are ranked 13th and are very much the underdogs, with Ireland’s presence in Pool D making this a very tricky group for them and Japan to get out of.
Below you’ll find all the information you need to watch New Zealand vs Spain online, on TV and from anywhere – including details of how fans in the UK and Spain can watch for free.
New Zealand v Spain: Key information
– Date: Sunday 24 August, 2025
– Venue: LNER Community Stadium, York
– Kick-off time: 17:30 BST (local) / 12:30 ET / 04:30 NZST (Monday)
– TV & Streaming: Sky Sport NZ (New Zealand), Paramount+ (US), Stan Sport (Australia),
– FREE STREAMS: BBC iPlayer (UK), RTVE Play (Spain
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Can I watch New Zealand vs Spain for free?
You can watch New Zealand vs Spain for FREE in the Women’s Rugby World Cup in Spain and in the United Kingdom.
In the UK, every single Women’s Rugby World Cup match is being shown by the BBC, and New Zealand vs Spain is being live streamed on the BBC iPlayer service.
Spain’s opening game will be shown on Spanish public broadcaster RTVE’s free streaming service, RTVE Play.
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Where to watch Black Ferns vs Spain in New Zealand
Fans in New Zealand can watch their Black Ferns play Spain on Sky Sport NZ, which is the exclusive broadcaster for the Women’s Rugby World Cup.
Streaming subscriptions to Sky Sport Now start from $54.99 per month, with day passes for $29.99.
It’s an early start for those in New Zealand – the game against Spain kicks off at 04:30 NZST on what is early morning Monday in New Zealand.
More streaming options for New Zealand vs Spain
USA: Paramount+ ($7.99 per month)
Australia: Stan Sport ($32 per month)
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