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Ireland vs. New Zealand rugby rematch coming to Soldier Field this fall
This is more than just a game. This is an historic moment in the making, bringing the best of global rugby to our great city,” Mayor Brandon Johnson told a news conference at Soldier Field Tuesday.
Irish rugby to 'turn Chicago green' for New Zealand 'rematch' in November
Tickets for the Ireland vs New Zealand rugby rematch at Chicago's Soldier Field this November 1, 2025 go on sale this week.
New Zealand All Blacks to face Ireland in Soldier Field rugby rematch
Ireland defeated the All Blacks for the first time in their 111-year history at Soldier Field in 2016. Since then, they've played 10 times, with each team claiming five victories.
Ireland vs. New Zealand rugby match coming to Chicago this fall
Two of the world’s best rugby teams will host a massive rematch at Chicago’s Soldier Field, as Ireland and New Zealand will square off this fall.
Ireland to face New Zealand in Chicago rematch
Ireland will play New Zealand at Soldier Field in Chicago on 1 November. The meeting is a repeat of the 2016 fixture at the same venue when Ireland ended an 111-year wait for a first men's Test victory over the All Blacks.
Rugby-Ireland and All Blacks return to Chicago for rematch in November series
Ireland will return to the scene of their first win over New Zealand when they take on the All Blacks at Soldier Field, Chicago after an action-packed November 2025 International Series was announced on Tuesday.
Ireland and New Zealand rugby teams to play at Soldier Field in November
Ireland and the New Zealand All Blacks will face off for the second time at Soldier Field on Nov. 1 as the international rugby match highlights the sport's growing popularity in the U.S.
Ireland set for All Blacks rematch overseas in iconic stadium
Nine years after their historic victory in Chicago, Ireland are set for a rematch with the All Blacks at Soldier Field this November.
Ireland and New Zealand return to Chicago in Autumn Series
Ireland and New Zealand will return to Soldier's Field in Chicago for the opening match of their Autumn Series fixtures which were published on Tuesday.
Ireland to face All Blacks in Soldier Field rematch
Soldier Field was the venue when Ireland won their first ever men's international against New Zealand back in 2016, defeating the then-world champions 40-29, in what was their 29th attempt at a win over the All Blacks.
Ireland to play All Blacks in Chicago in November rematch
The All Blacks will face Ireland in Chicago in November, a rematch of their historic 2016 clash where Ireland recorded their first-ever victory over New Zealand.
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