SOUTH AFRICA will face New Zealand this SATURDAY as they look to defend their title after scraping a victory over England last time out.
The Springboks go into their clash with the All Blacks wearily after snatching a late victory in their semi-final against Red Rose last weekend.
Meanwhile, New Zealand are able to stroll confidently onto the pitch after thrashing Argentina 44-6.
It will be a rematch of the epic 1995 Rugby World Cup final, in which the Springboks claimed the Web Ellis Cup on home soil.
It's safe to say that the whole world is waiting in anticipation of this huge finale in France – and SunSport has all the details you need ahead of Saturday night's clash.
When is New Zealand vs South Africa
- New Zealand's Rugby World Cup Final against South Africa will take place on Saturday, October 28.
- The match will get underway at 8pm BST.
- Stade de France, just north of Paris in the commune of Saint-Denis will host the fixture with an approximate capacity of 81,000 fans.
- The All Blacks have defeated the Springboks in every World Cup encounter they've had since 2003.
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What TV channel is New Zealand vs South Africa on and can it be live streamed FREE?
- New Zealand vs South Africa will be broadcast LIVE on ITV1 with coverage starting at 7:15pm for an 8pm kick off.
- Fans can live stream the World Cup final for FREE via the ITVX app/website.
- Alternatively, you can follow SunSport's live blog to stay up to date with all the action.
Team news
New Zealand squad:
Forwards: Ethan de Groot, Tyrel Lomax, Nepo Laulala, Fletcher Newell, Ofa Tu’ungafasi, Tamaiti Williams, Dane Coles, Samisoni Taukei’aho, Codie Taylor, Scott Barrett, Brodie Retallick, Tupou Vaa’I, Samuel Whitelock, Sam Cane (captain), Shannon Frizell, Luke Jacobson, Dalton Papli’I, Ardie Savea.
Backs: Finlay Christie, Cam Roigard, Aaron Smith, Beauden Barrett, Damian McKenzie, Richie Mo’unga, Jordie Barrett, David Havili, Rieko Ioane, Anton Lienert-Brown, Caleb Clarke, Leicester Fainga’anuku, Will Jordan, Emoni Narawa, Mark Telea.
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South Africa squad:
Forwards: Steven Kitshoff, Vincent Koch, Frans Malherbe, Ox Nche, Trevor Nyakane, Bongi Mbonambi, Malcolm Marx, Eben Etzebeth, Jean Kleyn, Marvin Orie, Franco Mostert, Dean Fourie, RG Snyman, Pieter-Steph du Toit, Siya Kolisi (captain), Kwagga Smith, Marco van Staden, Duane Vermeulen, Jasper Wiese.
Backs: Faf de Klerk, Jaden Hendrikse, Cobus Reinach, Grant Williams, Manie Libbok, Damian Willemse, Damian de Allende, Andre Esterhuizen, Jesse Kriel, Kurt-Lee Arendse, Cheslin Kolbe, Willie le Roux, Makazole Mapimpi, Canan Moodie.
What are the odds?
- New Zealand win: 8/11
- Draw: 17/1
- South Africa win: 13/10
*Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and are correct at the time of publication.
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