All Blacks face Scotland in Nations Championship opener at Murrayfield

Saturday 31 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sun 1 Nov, 4:00am

In this story All Blacks, Scott Robertson, New Zealand Rugby, Dave Rennie, Ian Foster

The All Blacks will play Scotland in their Nations Championship northern opener at Murrayfield on November 8. Under coach Dave Rennie, the New Zealand side faces a Scottish team led by Gregor Townsend. While Scotland has never defeated the All Blacks, they have previously secured draws at the Edinburgh venue.

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1. StuffSat 31 Oct, 4:00am

   Why the All Blacks must be alert to the dangers of Scotland at Murrayfield minefield (opens in new tab)

2. The PostSun 1 Nov, 4:00am

   Improving Scotland pose serious threat to All Blacks in November Nations Championship opener (opens in new tab)