How to Watch the 2026 NRL Grand Final: Roosters vs Knights Live Stream
The 2026 NRL Grand Final features a title match between the Sydney Roosters and the Newcastle Knights on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Accor Stadium in Sydney, with kick-off scheduled for 7.30pm local AEDT, 9.30am BST, and 4.30am ET. fans can watch live streams and television broadcasts globally, including a free-to-air stream on 9Now in Australia.
Can you watch the 2026 NRL Grand Final for free?
Yes. Pre-match build-up begins at 6.30pm AEDT, ahead of the Women’s Grand Final between the Sydney Roosters and Brisbane Broncos at 4.00pm AEDT, prior to the men’s 7.30pm AEDT kick-off. Australian residents travelling overseas can access the free domestic stream by using a virtual private network like NordVPN, as outlined by rugbyworld.com.
Where can you watch Roosters v Knights in the UK and USA?
In the UK, Sky Sports holds the broadcast rights. Rugbyworld.com reported that coverage airs on Sky Sports Mix and Sky Sports+ starting at 9.20am BST ahead of the 9.30am BST kick-off, with options to stream via Sky Go or purchase a Now Sports daily or monthly membership. sports.yahoo.com noted that US fans can tune in via Fox Sports 2 (FS2) and Fox One, accessible through streaming providers such as Fubo, YouTube TV, and Sling TV, or via the international NRL streaming pass.
How do the two finalists compare heading into the match?
While the Roosters finished fourth in the play-offs and claimed four titles since the Knights’ last lifted the trophy – the most recent being in 2019 – the Knights finished last with the wooden spoon last season before surging to seventh place this season under coach Justin Holbrook. Newcastle seeks its first title since 2001, though they must play without New Zealand hooker Phoenix Crossland, who received a four-match ban for a dangerous tackle against the Penrith Panthers in the preliminary final.
What are the confirmed team line-ups for Accor Stadium?
The Sydney Roosters line-up features James Tedesco at fullback, Daniel Tupou and Mark Nawaqanitawase on the wings, Billy Smith and Robert Toia at centre, Daly Cherry-Evans and Sam Walker in the halves, and a forward pack including Naufahu Whyte, Reece Robson, Lindsay Collins, Salesi Foketi, Siua Wong, and Victor Radley. The interchange bench lists Connor Watson, Angus Crichton, Nat Butcher, Spencer Leniu, Hugo Savala, and Cody Ramsey.
The Newcastle Knights deploy Kalyn Ponga at fullback, Dominic Young and Greg Marzhew on the wings, Dane Gagai and Bradman Best at centre, Fletcher Sharpe and Sandon Smith in the halves, and a pack comprising Tyson Frizell, Harrison Graham, Cody Hopwood, Jermaine McEwen, Francis Manuleleua, and Mat Croker. The Newcastle interchange lists Lachlan Crouch, Pasami Saulo, Dylan Lucas, Fletcher Hunt, Thomas Cant, and Kyle McCarthy. Adam Gee serves as the referee, assisted by touch judges Tyson Brough and Phil Henderson alongside senior review official Chris Butler.
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