Louis Rees-Zammit watched helplessly from the stands as England scored 10 tries in Wales’ own backyard a year ago. They’ve suffered back-to-back Wooden Spoon humiliations without him, and while “Rees Lightning” alone won’t overturn Welsh rugby’s myriad deep-seated problems, having the superstar wing back from the NFL will give Steve Tandy a huge boost.
Maro itoje has been named on the bench following the death of his mother. It is the first Six Nations game in seven years that England’s ever-present captain will not start. There is huge excitement over Northampton duo Fraser Dingwall and Tommy Freeman, who have helped their club side to the top of the Premier League, as the league’s runaway top scorers.
Wales have lost 21 of their last 23 matches, with the only two wins coming against Japan last year. With captain Jac Morgan expected to miss the majority of the Championship with a dislocated shoulder, Dewi Lake has been handed the armband.
Despite the teams’ contrasting fortunes, the prevailing hope is that Welsh grit will inspire a much closer contest than the 68-14 annihilation of 12 months ago. One man who certainly doesn’t need to fire up is flanker Alex Mann, who sets out to win his opponents up in the same way as Henry Pollock.
Read on below for our guide to where to watch England vs Wales on TV and get Six Nations 2026 free streams online.
Watch England vs Wales for FREE
This game – along with every other match in the 2026 Six Nations – will be streamed alive and free across the UK and Ireland. England vs Wales is shown on:
🇬🇧 United Kingdom: ITVX & S4C
🇮🇪 Ireland: RTÉ is playing
What if you are abroad? Rugby fans from the UK and Ireland can use NordVPN to watch their usual streaming service anywhere.
How to watch any England vs Wales stream using a VPN
A VPN is a handy piece of software that can make your device look like it’s back in your home country so you can unlock your usual service. The best VPN right now? We recommend NordVPN – it does everything and comes with a 74% discount.
How to watch England vs Wales live streams in the US
England vs Wales – and all 2026 Six Nations matches – will continue to be live streamed Peacock in the United States.
Subscriptions start from $10.99 per month (you need at least the Premium tier), and you’ll also be able to watch Premier League soccer and Super Bowl 2026 on the platform.
Outside USA for England vs Wales? Use NordVPN to access your usual streams.
How to watch England vs Wales live streams in the UK
As always, rugby fans in the UK can watch the Six Nations for FREE – both on traditional TV and online.
TV coverage of England vs Wales is on ITV1, while you can also stream it live and on demand via it for free ITVX website and mobile app.
Welsh-language coverage is available on free-to-air S4C.
If you are outside the UK but want to take advantage of your usual coverage, check out NordVPN and follow the instructions above.
ITV and S4C are free services, but to use them you need to hold a valid UK TV license as this also covers consumption of digital content.
How to watch England vs Wales live streams in Ireland
Every Six Nations 2026 game will be free in Ireland.
RTÉ 2 shows England vs Wales, meaning it will also be available to stream on RTÉ is playing platform.
Not in Ireland right now? Check out NordVPN.
How to watch England vs Wales live streams in South Africa
England vs Wales will be shown on a subscription service Super Sport.
You must use DStv access package to watch the Six Nations on SuperSport, with prices starting from R99 ($5.66) per month.
Abroad right now? Use one VPN to let your device know you’re back home and ready to go.
How to watch England vs Wales live streams in Australia
In Australia, England vs Wales is available to watch Stan Sports.
It costs $20 a month on top of a regular Stan subscription, which itself starts at $12 a month. Until Monday, February 9, though, you can get the sports sub for $10 for your first month.
Away from Australia right now? Use a VPN to watch Stan Sport from abroad.
How to watch England vs Wales live streams in New Zealand
Sky Sports NZ is the Six Nations 2026 television rights holder in New Zealand.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or catch a live stream of England vs Wales with Sky Sports now subscription service, e starts at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.
Are you missing the game due to work commitments abroad? NordVPN will give you access to your home streaming service.
How to watch England vs Wales in Japan
In Japan, England vs Wales, along with every match in the 2026 Six Nations, will be streamed live on Wowow. Prices start at ¥2,530 ($16) per month for their streaming service.
Are you visiting Japan this Saturday? Take advantage of your free streams using a VPN like NordVPN.
What is the start time for England vs Wales?
The match between England and Wales is scheduled to start at 11:40 a.m. ET / 8:40 a.m. PT / 4:40 p.m. GMT Saturday, February 7. It is at 3.40am AEDT Sunday 8 February in Australia.
Can I watch England vs Wales on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access via mobile apps or via your phone’s browser. For example, ITVX, Peacock and RTÉ Player all have dedicated apps.
You can also keep up to date with all things Six Nations on the official social media channels at X (@SixNations), YouTube (@Men’sSixNations) and Instagram (@SixNationsRugby).
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