How to watch Hungary vs Ireland: Free streams, TV Channels and preview for 2026 World Cup Qualifier showdown
Group F has been full of drama and all is still to play for as Ireland make the journey to Hungary this Sunday in an unmissable clash
- Hungary vs Ireland kick-off: 2pm BST/ 9am ET, Thursday, November 13.
- Stream free on RTE Player (IRE)
- Access your usual streaming services with NordVPN (save 70% today)
The World Cup Qualifiers have delivered dramatic moments across Europe this year but few come with stakes as high as Ireland vs Hungary this Sunday. After Ireland stunned Portugal with a 2-0 win on Thursday and Hungary managing a 1-0 victory over Armenia, Group F has been blown wide open with Sunday's showdown becoming a straight shootout for qualification.
This Hungary side are coming into form in a crucial stage of the qualifying stage, most recently beating Armenia in a narrow 1-0 victory. Marco Rossi's side are firmly in the race at the top of Group F, showing they can go toe-to-toe with some of the big nations. Before beating Armenia, Hungary showed real resilience to claw back a 2-2 draw vs Portugal thanks to a moment of late brilliance from Dominik Szoboszlai. With the Liverpool midfielder pulling the strings and the likes of Roland Salli and Adam Nagy creating a formidable spine for this Hungary side.
Ireland will go into this game with a renewed confidence after beating Portugal in a stunning 2-0 victory on Thursday night. Before Thursday night, many Ireland fans would have thought that their qualification hopes were slipping away with the thought of playing a nation as big as Portugal a daunting prospect. However, two goals from Troy Parrott have reignited the Emerald Isle's hope going into a crucial fixture this Sunday. However, whilst their performance in Dublin was unbelievable, Ireland know that they need consistency, not one-off heroics.
With Hungary and Ireland both desperate for second place, this clash is the very definition of a six-pointer.
Here's how to watch Hungary vs Ireland from anywhere in the world, including free options.
Can you watch Hungary vs Ireland for free?
For soccer fans in Ireland, you can tune into this nailbiter for free on RTE 2 via RTE Player.
RTE offer English commentary for those looking for it and the great thing about their service is that you don't even need an account to watch on their platform.
For Irish soccer fans, RTE via RTE 2 channel are live streaming this unmissable clash
Outside of Ireland this Sunday? You can use a VPN if you're away from home right now and tune into this unmissable fixture just as if you were at home.
Lineups:
Hungary starting XI: Dibusz, Nego, Orban, Szalai, Kerkez, Szoboszlai, Schafer, Toth, Lukacs, Varga, Sallai
Ireland starting XI: Kelleher, O'Shea, Collins, O'Brien, Scales, Molumby, Cullen, Coleman, Azaz, Ogbene, Parrot
Use a VPN to watch Hungary vs Ireland live streams
This Sunday is pivotal in who makes it through Group F in the World Cup qualifiers and both teams will throw everything at it to make it through the next round. But what if you're away from home for this Sunday's game?
Don't worry, we've got you covered. In this case, a VPN becomes your best friend. A VPN allows you to appear as though you're still at home from anywhere in the world, meaning you don't have to miss out because of geo-blockers. We recommend NordVPN, it's the best on the market. Nord is the best way to unlock your stream of Hungary vs Ireland this weekend.
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It's really straightforward and simple to use a VPN to watch Hungary vs Ireland this weekend.
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 example, if you want to watch RTE Player's stream of Hungary vs Ireland this Sunday, select 'Ireland' from the listed countries.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to RTE Player and tune into this unmissable Group F clash.
How to watch Hungary vs Ireland live streams in the USA
In the US, Hungary vs Ireland is available on Fox Sports 1.
To best way to access the channel is via FOX One. Prices start at $19.99/month, but new customers can get a 7-day free trial right now.
Outside of the US this weekend? Use a VPN whilst you're travelling and tune into this clash just as if you were at home.
How to watch Hungary vs Ireland live streams in the UK
Fans in the UK that want to tune into Hungary vs Ireland can do so via Amazon Prime.
UK residents will need to pay £2.49 for the PPV. No other subscription needed.
Travelling outside the UK right now? Use a VPN to access Amazon Prime's coverage of Hungary vs Ireland from anywhere in the world.
How to watch Hungary vs Ireland live streams in Canada
Soccer fans residing in Canada can watch this Group F clash on DAZN.
Prices for a DAZN subscription start at CA$24.99/month, which also gives you access to NFL and Champions League footage.
Travelling outside the Great White North this Sunday? Use NordVPN to access your DAZN account from anywhere in the world.
How to watch Hungary vs Ireland live streams in Australia
For fans in Australia, it's Stan Sport who are broadcasting Ireland's visit to Hungary this Sunday.
Stan Sport's subscriptions cost AU$20/month on top of a Stan subscription, which starts at AU$12/month.
Outside of Oz this Sunday? Use a VPN to login to you Stan Sport account and watch Hungary vs Ireland from anywhere in the world.
Last time they met...
POS. | TEAM | PLD | GD | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Portugal | 5 | 5 | 10 |
2 | Hungary | 5 | 2 | 8 |
3 | Ireland | 5 | 1 | 7 |
4 | Armenia | 5 | -8 | 3 |
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Tom is an up and coming freelance Journalist with a first-class degree in Specialist Sports Journalism from the University of Derby. He has previously written for LeicesterFanTV and Leicester Tigers. Passionate about all sports related content, Tom specialises in Football, Rugby, F1 and UFC.
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