All Blacks v Ireland
saturday 18 July 2026
box office opens: 4pm
Gates open: 5pm
kick-off: 7.10pm
The All Blacks are set to defend their 52-test unbeaten streak at The Fortress as they take on Ireland as part of the Nations Championship.
Important Event Information
- Arrive early: To avoid queues and ensure you don’t miss any of the action, we recommend arriving well in advance of the event start time.
- Public transport: Free travel on regular bus and train services in Auckland is included with your match ticket.
- Parking: There is no public parking at Eden Park and parking restrictions apply around the surrounding streets. Cars parked in restricted zones will be ticketed/towed. Free public parking is available in the surrounding suburbs (approximately a 15-20 minute walk away), but make sure you check for restrictions before you park.
- Cashless payments: Eden Park is a cashless venue, so please be prepared to pay by card only.
- Download your ticket: Make sure to download your digital ticket before arriving.
- No smoking or vaping: Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited inside Eden Park. Offenders will be evicted immediately without warning.
- Lighting & special effects: This event may contain flashing and strobing lights, smoke, pyrotechnics, and other special effects.
- Respect our neighbours: Please respect our neighbours as you leave the venue by keeping noise to a minimum and using the bathroom facilities before you leave.
Plan Your Visit
More about this event
Ireland’s visit will be their fourth to Eden Park since 1976. They have never won at the venue, although the rivalry between the teams has become increasingly competitive in recent years. The sides last met at Eden Park in 2022.