How will Ireland line up against New Zealand in Rugby World Cup quarter-final?

IRELAND face the All Blacks in a huge Rugby World Cup quarter-final in Oita.

Joe Schmidt’s side finished second in Pool A following a shock defeat to Japan earlier in the tournament, whilst New Zealand romped to the top of their group after four wins.

Ireland vs New Zealand team news

IRELAND welcome back Rob Kearney and Peter O’Mahony for their biggest game since 2015.

Garry Ringrose will partner Rob Henshaw in the centre as Schmidt makes three changes to the side that saw off Samoa 47-5.

The All Blacks are favourites to retain the trophy and have been in ominous form so far in the competition.

Jack Goodhue and Anton Leinert-Brown are trusted with overcoming their troublesome issues in midfield, whilst Brodie Retallick returns at lock.

Sonny Bill Williams is only among the replacements, with Ryan Crotty and Ben Smith missing out.

Starting XV’s

Ireland: Kearney; Earls, Ringrose, Henshaw, Stockdale; Sexton, Murray; Healy, Best, Furlong, Henderson, James Ryan, O’Mahony; Van der Flier, Stander.

Replacements: Scannell, Kilcoyne, Porter, Beirne, Ruddock, McGrath, Carbery, Larmour.

New Zealand: B Barrett; Reece, Goodhue, Lienert-Brown, Bridge; Mo’unga, Smith; Moody, Taylor, Laulala, Retallick, Whitelock; Savea, Cane, Reid.

Replacements: Coles, Tuungafasi, Ta’avao, S Barrett, Todd, Perenara, Williams, J Barrett.

How can I watch Ireland vs New Zealand for free?

YOU can catch every minute of the World Cup live on free-to-air TV in the UK.

This game will be shown live on ITV1 on Saturday, October 19.

Kick-off is at 11.15pm.