The One New Zealand Warriors will play their first NRL match at Eden Park in 13 years with an Anzac Round blockbuster being held at New Zealand’s national stadium on Sunday 25 April 2027.
The historic 2027 fixture marks the fifth Anzac Round NRL match played in New Zealand and with Eden Park able to host sports crowds of up to 50,000, this significant game has the potential to become one of the biggest matches on the rugby league calendar.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to confirm we’ll be playing at Eden Park on Anzac Day next year,” said One New Zealand Warriors CEO Cameron George.
“It will be the fourth different venue we’ve used for our Anzac Round match in four years.
“It has such deep meaning for us playing on the day New Zealanders and Australians come together to pay respect to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. To do so at the country’s national stadium and the biggest sporting venue will make it even more special.
“With it also being a long weekend, it will be a tremendous opportunity for the people of the wider Auckland region and those from further afield to make the most of it.”
Nick Sautner, Eden Park Chief Executive says: “Eden Park has hosted many of New Zealand’s greatest sporting moments, and we are delighted the One New Zealand Warriors’ Anzac Day fixture in 2027 will now be part of that history. With State of Origin also coming to Eden Park in 2027, it will be a huge year for rugby league at New Zealand’s national stadium.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming the Warriors, and the NRL, along with rugby league fans and visitors from across the country and Australia back to Eden Park for what promises to be a very memorable Anzac Day occasion.”
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown says, “Aucklander’s love sport and they love league, so this is going to be a fantastic event for our city.
“It’s great to see Auckland Council Events backing this game and helping bring another major sporting occasion to Auckland. Events like this add to the energy of our city while also attracting visitors and supporting businesses across the region.
“Anzac Day is an occasion that unites Australians and Kiwis. It reminds us of the bond we have and the sacrifices made.
“With this match taking place on a long weekend, we hope people from around the country and Australia make a full Auckland experience out of it, staying in the city, enjoying our hospitality and being part of what should be a memorable Anzac Day occasion.”
The Warriors last played an NRL match at Eden Park in 2014, defeating the Canberra Raiders 54-12. Ticketing details and the opponent for the Anzac Day match will be announced once the 2027 NRL draw is released.
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