{"id":490106,"date":"2026-06-09T05:25:24","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T05:25:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/490106\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T05:25:24","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T05:25:24","slug":"what-time-and-tv-channel-is-france-vs-northern-ireland-on-tonight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/490106\/","title":{"rendered":"What time and TV channel is France vs Northern Ireland on tonight?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The sides clash this evening in Les Bleus’ final warm-up game before the World Cup.<\/p>\n

09:58, 08 Jun 2026Updated 10:30, 08 Jun 2026<\/p>\n

\"Kylian<\/p>\n

Kylian Mbappe(Image: (Photo by FRANCK FIFE \/ AFP via Getty Images))<\/p>\n

Northern Ireland face a daunting trip to Lille this evening as Michael O’Neill’s side take on World Cup contenders France in an international friendly.<\/p>\n

Les Bleus are using the game as their final warm-up fixture before the 2026 FIFA World Cup gets underway, while Northern Ireland will view the clash as valuable preparation for their upcoming UEFA Nations League campaign.<\/p>\n

Here’s everything you need to know about tonight’s game.<\/p>\n

When is France vs Northern Ireland?<\/p>\n

The match takes place on Monday, June 8, at the Decathlon Arena Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille, France.<\/p>\n

What time is kick-off?<\/p>\n

Kick-off is at 8.10pm Irish time.<\/p>\n

The game starts at 9.10pm local time in France.<\/p>\n

What TV channel is it on?<\/p>\n

Virgin Media 3 is the place to watch the game.<\/p>\n

The match will be shown live on BBC Three and BBC Two Northern Ireland.<\/p>\n

Coverage is also available through BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website and app.<\/p>\n

Can I stream the game?<\/p>\n

Yes.<\/p>\n

Supporters can watch the game live through BBC iPlayer, while live coverage will also be available via the BBC Sport website and app.<\/p>\n

Betting oddsFrance win<\/p>\n

1\/10<\/p>\n

Draw<\/p>\n

8\/1<\/p>\n

Northern Ireland win<\/p>\n

20\/1<\/p>\n

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