Rugby World Cup 2015, Ireland v Canada: TV details, ticket info, betting odds, teams

When is the match?

The match kicks off at 2:30pm UK time on Saturday 19 September.

How do I get to the stadium?

You would be wise to check out this link on the Rugby World Cup 2015 website with advice for getting to the ground via public transport and parking.

What are the match odds?

How about key match facts?

Ireland have won their opening match of the last four Webb Ellis editions, scoring a combined 20 tries in these four matches.

These two nations met in the inaugural edition of the tournament in 1987, with Ireland running out 46-19 winners.

Canada’s record in their Rugby World Cup openers is positive, they have won four and lost three; these four wins making up more than half of their total RWC victories (7).

Canada have been involved in two of the three draws in Rugby World Cup history, both against Japan, in 2007 and 2011.

These two nations have met on six occasions overall, with Ireland winning five while the other ended in a draw. Their most recent clash was in June 2013; when an Ireland side without their British & Irish Lions representatives won 40-14 in Toronto.

Ireland have won six of nine Tests at the Millennium Stadium, scoring a try in every appearance there (all against Wales).

Canada have played five and lost five at this Cardiff venue, including one game against Fiji at the 2007 World Cup.

Canada have lost eight of their last nine Test matches with a solitary victory against Georgia the only positive result in this run.

Ireland have lost two Tests in a row for the first time since November 2013. They have not lost three or more in a row since November 2012.

What are the other fixtures?

The first match of the tournament, which follows the opening ceremony, sees England host Fiji at Twickenham on Friday September 18.

Are tickets still available?

For the latest information and ticket updates, on the official Rugby World Cup website.

Where is the match being televised?

ITV have the terrestrial broadcast rights in the UK and have assembled a star-studded line-up of former stars for their coverage, including Jonny Wilkinson, Lawrence Dallaglio, Jason Robinson and Sir Clive Woodward.International viewers can find out their options by .

What are the expected line-ups?

Ireland team to face Canada: Kearney; Kearney, Payne, Fitzgerald, Earls; Sexton, Murray; McGrath, Best, Ross; Henderson, O'Connell; O'Mahony, O'Brien, Heaslip. Replacements: Cronin, Healy, White, Ryan, Henry, Reddan, Madigan, Zebo