Rugby World Cup hosts France play Fiji in their penultimate Summer Nations Series game
As the host nation head into their penultimate World Cup warm-up match, you’re going to want to watch a France v Fiji live stream. This article contains all the information you need ahead of the exciting Summer Nations Series clash today (19 August), wherever you are in the world – including details of how to watch for free!
Amazon Prime Video is broadcasting the Summer Nations Series in the UK, streaming 15 matches exclusively, including France v Fiji. Lucky viewers in France also have the option to watch all four of Les Bleus‘ World Cup warm-up matches FOR FREE on TF1 and MyTF1. You can use a VPN to watch World Cup warm-up matches from abroad via ExpressVPN.
France have been underwhelming in their World Cup warm-up matches so far, suffering a defeat to Scotland in Edinburgh before needing a late, late penalty to win the reverse fixture on home soil last weekend. Meanwhile, Fiji backed up July’s wins over Tonga and Samoa by thrashing Japan last time out.
The Rugby World Cup is edging ever nearer so every minute matters. Here’s how you can watch an France v Fiji live stream to see who comes out on top. We also have a full list of fixtures for the World Cup warm-up matches, along with a guide to watching the whole Summer Nations Series.
Grégory Alldritt of France
How to watch France v Fiji: live stream from the UK and Ireland
France v Fiji will be shown live on Amazon Prime Video. Kick off is at 8:05pm (BST) on today (19 August), and build-up will start from 7:55pm on the streaming service.
Coverage can be accessed as part of Amazon’s Prime subscription. New customers can give the service a try with a 30-day free trial.
In Ireland, most Summer Nations Series games – including France v Fiji – are available to watch on Premier Sports. Visit the Premier Sports website for details on how to sign up.
How to watch France v Fiji: live stream from outside your country
If you are away from home and want to catch the games from another country then you can do so by using a VPN.
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How to watch France v Fiji: live stream FOR FREE from France
French fans can watch all their team’s Summer Nations Series games, including France v Fiji, for free. TF1 and MyTF1 will air the match, as well as the Australia game next week. Kick-off is set for 9.05pm CEST this evening.
How to watch France v Fiji: live stream from Australia
Rugby fans in Australia can keep their eyes on France v Fiji as StanSport is screening the match in the early hours of Sunday 20 August. Coverage starts at 4:55am, kick off at 5:05am.
How to watch France v Fiji: live stream from the USA
FloRugby has the rights to stream Summer Nations Series matches live for fans in the USA, including France v Fiji.
A FloRugby monthly subscription costs $29.99 or you can take out an annual one for $150.
How to watch France v Fiji: live stream from South Africa
For viewers in South Africa, Supersport is the place to go to watch a World Cup warm-up live stream. Visit supersport.com for details on how to subscribe. Coverage starts at 8:55pm SA Standard Time, kick off is 9:05pm.
How to watch France v Fiji: live stream from Asia
Premier Sports Asia has the rights to broadcast Summer Nations Series matches in South East Asia and will show matches in 30 territories – Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, Federated States of Micronesia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Marianas, Marshall Islands, Mongolia, Nepal, Northern Marianas, North Korea, Pakistan, Palau, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Tajikistan, Taiwan (Republic of China), Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam.
A monthly subscription to Premier Sports Asia is $25.99 or a rolling annual contract is $169.
France v Fiji team news – how both teams line-up
France: Melvyn Jaminet, Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Arthur Vincent, Jonathan Danty, Yoram Moefana; Antoine Hastoy, Maxime Lucu; Reda Wardi, Peato Mauvaka, Uini Atonio, Florian Verhaeghe, Paul Willemse, Francois Cros, Dylan Cretin, Gregory Alldritt (c)
Replacements: Pierre Bourgarit, Jean-Baptiste Gros, Thomas Laclayat, Bastien Chalureau, Thibaud Flament, Sekou Macalou, Baptiste Serin, Matthieu Jalibert
Fiji: Sireli Maqala, Josua Tuisova, Iosefo Masi, Semi Radradra (c), Vinaya Habosi; Caleb Muntz, Frank Lomani; Eroni Mawi, Tevita Ikanivere, Mesake Doge, Isoa Nasilasila, Te Ahiwaru Cirikidaveta, Meli Derenalagi, Levani Botia, Viliame Mata
Replacements: Sam Matavesi, Peni Ravai, Luke Tagi, Temo Mayanavanua, Albert Tuisue, Simione Kuruvoli, Jiuta Wainiqolo, Ilaisa Droasese
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