on 4 July 2026
On Saturday, July 4th, England will meet reigning world champions, South Africa, at Emirates Airline Park for round 1 of the Nations Championship. This will be England's first of the four nations championship matches in 2026.
In their most recent matchup, which took place during the autumn internationals of 2021, England secured a thrilling 27-26 victory over the Springboks.
Since their first meeting in 1906, England and South Africa have played each other 46 times in total. England have won 16 games, and the Springboks have won 28. Two matches were drawn between both nations.
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Venue: Emirates Airline Park
Kick-off: 5:40 p.m.
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