What Channel Is Ireland v Argentina On Tonight? TV Coverage, Kick-Off Time and Radio Details

Rugby fans are in for a big night of international action as Ireland take on Argentina in the opening match of their Northern Hemisphere campaign in the Nations Championship.

Andy Farrell’s side will be looking to make home advantage count at the Aviva Stadium as they welcome a dangerous Argentina team known for their physicality, intensity and ability to trouble the world’s best sides.

But if you’re planning to watch tonight’s match, what channel is Ireland v Argentina on, what time does coverage start and where can you listen to live commentary?

Here’s everything you need to know about watching Ireland v Argentina on television and radio.

What channel is Ireland v Argentina on tonight?

Ireland v Argentina will be shown live on ITV1 and ITVX tonight, Friday November 6.

ITV’s coverage begins at 7.15pm, ahead of kick-off at 8.10pm.

The match will also be shown live on Virgin Media One in Ireland.

For listeners, live radio commentary will be available on BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra from 8.05pm, with commentary from BBC Radio Ulster.

Ireland v Argentina TV and radio details

• Match: Ireland v Argentina
• Competition: Nations Championship
• Date: Friday, November 6
• Venue: Aviva Stadium, Dublin
• TV coverage: ITV1 and ITVX
• ITV coverage starts: 7.15pm
• Kick-off: 8.10pm
• Irish TV coverage: Virgin Media One
• Radio: BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra from 8.05pm

Ireland v Argentina: What to expect from tonight’s match

Tonight’s encounter marks an important opening fixture for Ireland as they begin their autumn campaign against one of international rugby’s most unpredictable opponents.

Ireland head into the match looking to build on their summer performances, which included victories over Australia and Japan, alongside a defeat to New Zealand.

Farrell will be keen to see his team start strongly in front of their home supporters, particularly with a demanding run of international fixtures ahead.

Argentina, meanwhile, arrive in Dublin determined to make their mark.

The Pumas suffered defeats against Scotland and England during the Southern Series, but also recorded a victory over Wales.

They remain a formidable opponent, with a powerful forward pack, aggressive defence and an attacking game capable of causing problems for any side.

Ireland will therefore need to be at their best if they are to get their Nations Championship campaign off to a winning start.

With the atmosphere at the Aviva Stadium expected to be electric, this promises to be a fascinating test for Farrell’s team.

Who is presenting Ireland v Argentina on ITV?

Mark Pougatch will lead ITV’s coverage of tonight’s opening Nations Championship fixture.

He will be joined by a strong panel of rugby experts, including former England international Maggie Alphonsi and South African World Cup winner Bryan Habana.

There will also be pitchside contributions from Ireland legend Brian O’Driscoll and Claire Thomas, bringing viewers additional insight and reaction from the Aviva Stadium.

Commentary will come from Nick Mullins and former Ireland international Gordon D’Arcy.

The ITV team will guide viewers through all the action, with pre-match analysis, expert opinion and reaction to the key moments throughout the game.

Where can you listen to Ireland v Argentina on the radio?

If you would rather follow the action on the radio, there is also live coverage available.

BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra will broadcast Ireland v Argentina from 8.05pm, with live rugby union commentary provided by BBC Radio Ulster.

This gives supporters another way to follow the match if they are unable to watch the television coverage.

How to watch Ireland v Argentina live

The match is available to watch live on ITV1 and ITVX, with coverage beginning at 7.15pm.

Viewers in Ireland can also watch on Virgin Media One.

For those listening rather than watching, BBC Radio 5 Live Sports Extra begins its coverage at 8.05pm.

Ireland v Argentina kicks off at 8.10pm tonight at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.

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