The France vs Japan live stream is an eye-catching fixture of Autumn Nations Series rugby. Both sides will be determined to make their mark on this run of tests, so keep reading as we explain how you can watch the rugby from anywhere in the world with a VPN — and potentially for free.
The France vs Japan live stream takes place today (Saturday)
► Time: 8:10 p.m. GMT / 3:10 p.m. ET / 12:10 p.m. PT / 9:10 a.m. NZDT (Sunday)
• FREE STREAM — TF1+ (Fra)
• U.S. — Peacock
• U.K. — TNT Sports / Discovery+
• NZ — Sky Sport
• Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk-free
France boss Fabien Galthié has made 12 changes from the side that lost to Argentina back in July in an attempt to reinvigorate thing. Expect a hero's welcome for Antoine Dupont, who will return to captain the hosts after a 13-month absence during which he led his country to Rugby Sevens Olympic glory.
Under Eddie Jones, the Japanese continue to improve and showed at the World Cup that they can mix it with the best. That said, a game at the Stade de France is a huge test for them and will reveal just how far they have come under the former England and Australia boss. Historically, the French tend to win this fixture. However, that much-changed side gives this game an air of uncertainty.
Read on to see your France vs Japan live stream options today and how to watch 2024 Autumn Nations Series rugby from anywhere, including details of free live streams.
France vs Japan team news
France: 15 Leo Barre, 14 Damian Penaud, 13 Émilien Gailleton, 12 Yoram Morgana, 11 Louis Bielle-Biarrey, 10 Thomas Ramos, 9 Antoine Dupont (captain), 8 Grégory Alldritt, 7 Alexandre Roumat, 6 François Cros, 5 Emmanuel Meafou, 4 Thibaud Flament, 3 Tevita Tatafu, 2 Peato Mauvaka, 1 Jean-Baptiste Gros.
Japan: 15 Malo Tuitama, 14 Jone Nakiabula, 13 Dylan Riley, 12 Siosaia Fifita, 11 Tomoki Osada, 10 Harumichi Tatekawa (captain), 9 Naoto Saito, 8 Faula Makisi, 7 Kazuki Himeno, 6 Kanji Shimokawa, 5 Warner Deans, 4 Epineri Uluiviti, 3 Shuhei Takeuchi, 2 Mamoru Harada, 1 Takato Okabe.
How to watch France vs Japan for free
There's fantastic news for French rugby fans at home, as this huge game against Japan will be shown absolutely FREE on TF1 and online via the TF1+ streaming service.
Once you have a login, you can watch TF1 content live and on catch-up on the website or through its app.
Not at home in France right now? You'll need to use a VPN to get around any geo-restrictions. Full instructions below.
How to watch France vs Japan 2024 live streams from anywhere
Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the rugby on your usual subscription?
You can still watch France vs Japan live online thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're away from France and want to view your usual streaming service, you'd select a France-based server from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to your streaming service and watch France vs Japan online as if you were back at home — so TF1+ for French viewers.
How to watch France vs Japan 2024 in the U.S.
NBC's streaming service Peacock has the rights to show every international rugby game this November. France vs Japan kicks off at 3:10 p.m. ET / 12:10 p.m. PT on Saturday.
If you don't already have it, Peacock TV subscriptions start from only $7.99/month, rising to $13.99/month to remove the ads.
If you already subscribe to Peacock but are outside the U.S. right now, then using a VPN like NordVPN will help you access the France vs Japan live stream.
Watch France vs Japan live streams in the U.K.
TNT Sports is showing all of this year's Autumn Internationals, including France vs Japan on TNT Sports 2.
You can watch TNT Sports online by subscribing to the Discovery+ Premium plan for £30.99/month, or you can add TNT Sports through Sky, BT, EE or Virgin Media to watch via your television provider.
If you're not in the U.K. right now but already subscribe to TNT Sports or Discovery+ Premium, try using NordVPN to watch as if you were back at home.
How to watch France vs Japan live streams in New Zealand
Live Autumn Nations Series coverage in New Zealand — including France vs Japan — comes courtesy of Sky Sport, which is available as part of a range of pay TV packages. This one's on Sky Sport 1 and subscribers can also watch the rugby on mobiles using the Sky Go service. The match kicks off at 9:10 a.m. NZDT on Sunday morning.
If you're not a subscriber, you can also watch online through the Sky Sport Now streaming-only platform. It costs $29.99/week or $49.99/month and can be cancelled any time.
Outside of New Zealand right now? Watch Autumn Internationals live streams just like you would at home with the help of a quality VPN.
Watch France vs Japan live streams in Australia
France vs Japan will be shown on Stan Sport for rugby fans Down Under, along with all of the 2024 Autumn Nations Series live streams. This match starts at 7:10 a.m. AEDT on Sunday morning.
Base Stan plans cost from $12/month, and you'll need to add Stan Sport for a further $15/month.
It's available on a wide variety of devices including smart TVs, iOS and Android phones, Chromecast, Apple TV and more. Stan Sport is also the place to watch Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League football, and Formula E.
If you're currently out of Australia but want to watch rugby live streams via your home service, you'll need to get yourself a VPN. Instructions above.
How to watch France vs Japan live streams in Canada
Sports streaming specialist DAZN is the Canadian broadcaster for all of this November's rugby internationals, including France vs Japan live streams.
DAZN costs $34.99/month, although you can save a little by buying annually ($249 upfront or £299 if you pay on a monthly basis). DAZN has apps on pretty much every streaming platform around.
Canadians stuck abroad who still want want watch rugby union via DAZN can use a VPN such as NordVPN to make your streaming device believe it's back home in Canada.
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