Rugby Predictions Today

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Rugby Predictions SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2026

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Italy vs Argentina- Home team handicap(+10.5)1.95

Tip 1: Argentina to win by less than 11 points

Reason for the tip: Italy have picked a backline that could cause Argentina a few problems, especially with Ange Capuozzo and Monty Ioane on the wings. Paolo Garbisi will need to control things at flyhalf, while Tommaso Allan gives them another kicking option from fullback. I like the look of Italy’s loose forwards, with Lorenzo Cannone and Ross Vintcent both capable of making some hard yards. My concern is whether the Italian pack can handle Argentina’s physical approach for the full 80 minutes. If they struggle at the breakdown, their dangerous backs might not see enough of the ball.

Argentina look the stronger side on paper, and I’m backing them to get the job done. Pablo Matera brings plenty of experience, while Guido Petti and Pedro Rubiolo should make life difficult for Italy at the lineouts. Mateo Carreras is always a threat when he gets a bit of space, and Tomás Albornoz has the ability to keep the Italian defence guessing. The Pumas also have some serious quality among their replacements, particularly Juan Martín González and Facundo Isa. I reckon Italy will put up a decent fight, but Argentina should have too much firepower. I am still backing the home side to cover the +10.5 handicap 

Wales vs New Zealand: Home team(+33.5)1.90

Tip 2: New Zealand to win by more than 20 points but less than 34

Reason for the tip: Wales have made some interesting selections, and I reckon their backline could give New Zealand a few problems. Louis Rees-Zammit has the pace to punish any defensive mistakes, while Tomos Williams will be looking to get the ball moving quickly. Jac Morgan is the player I’ll be watching closely. He never seems to stop working and could make life difficult for the All Blacks at the breakdown. My biggest worry for Wales is their defence. They’ve got enough attacking talent to score tries, but keeping New Zealand quiet for 80 minutes is another matter.

New Zealand haven’t picked their strongest possible side, but there’s still plenty of quality in that starting lineup. Richie Mo’unga and Beauden Barrett give them two excellent playmakers, while Wallace Sititi should cause Wales some headaches with his powerful running. Scott Barrett brings experience to the forwards, and the All Blacks have some dangerous options waiting on the bench. I can see Wales staying in touch during the opening half, especially with the home crowd behind them. Once the game opens up, though, I expect New Zealand to take control and win comfortably but by less than 34 points. 

England vs Japan: Home team(-32.5)1.80

Tip 3: England to win by more than 32 points

Reason for the tip: England have picked a strong side for this one, and I reckon Japan could be in for a long afternoon. George Ford will be pulling the strings at flyhalf, with Henry Slade adding another clever kicking option in midfield. Up front, Maro Itoje and George Martin should give England an advantage in the lineouts. I’m particularly interested in seeing Henry Pollock at number eight. He’s got plenty of energy and isn’t afraid to carry into contact. Japan will try to play at pace, but I can’t see them matching England’s physicality for the full match.

Japan have some exciting players, and Dylan Riley is certainly capable of causing problems if he gets decent ball. Naoto Saito will want to keep the tempo high, although that won’t be easy against England’s aggressive defence. Warner Dearns and Ben Gunter have big jobs ahead of them in the forwards. I expect Japan to have a few good attacking spells, and they might even grab a couple of tries. Still, England have far more depth, and their replacements should make a difference later on. I’m backing the hosts to win by a comfortable margin and cover the -32.5 handicap. 

Ireland vs Fiji: Away Team(+29.5) 1.90

Tip 4: Ireland to win by less than 29 points 

Reason for the tip: Ireland have named a strong side, and I reckon their forwards could give Fiji a difficult afternoon. Andrew Porter, Ronan Kelleher and Tadhg Furlong should provide a solid scrum, while Tadhg Beirne and James Ryan bring plenty of experience to the second row. Jamison Gibson-Park will be looking to keep things moving quickly, with Sam Prendergast directing play at flyhalf. Fiji won’t make things easy, though. Ireland will need to be careful with their kicking because giving the Fijian backs too much space could prove costly.

Fiji have some dangerous runners, particularly Josua Tuisova and Jiuta Wainiqolo, who can turn a half-chance into a try. Peceli Yato will lead from the front, and I expect the visitors to have their moments with ball in hand. My concern is how they’ll cope with Ireland’s pressure at the breakdown and their ability to retain possession. Ireland tend to be patient when they’re attacking, and that could frustrate Fiji. I can see the visitors scoring a couple of excellent tries, but I’m backing Ireland’s experience and better organisation to see them home.I am however backing the Fijians to cover the +29.5 handicap. 

Bath vs Gloucester: Away team(+14.5)1.95

Reason for tip:Bath have made plenty of changes for this clash, with Jacob Yates making his debut in the front row and Ewan Richards leading a relatively inexperienced side. There’s still some quality in the team, though, particularly with Quinn Roux and Ross Molony providing experience in the second row. Will Muir is always dangerous when he gets the ball in space, while Tyler Offiah brings plenty of pace on the opposite wing. My concern is Bath’s young front row and whether they can hold their own against a Gloucester pack that looks fairly physical.

Gloucester look a little stronger to me, especially with Joe Joyce, James Venter and Harry Taylor in their forward pack. Ross Byrne should bring some composure at flyhalf, and his experience could be important if this turns into a tight contest. I also like the look of their back three, with Ben Redshaw and Josh Hathaway capable of causing problems on the counterattack. Bath will fancy their chances at home, but I reckon Gloucester have the better balance between youth and experience. I’m backing the visitors to edge a competitive match.

Portugal vs Samoa: Away team(-1.5)1.90

Reason for tip: Portugal have named a competitive side, and I reckon they’ll fancy their chances of upsetting Samoa in Lisbon. José Madeira and David Wallis will have important roles in the forwards, while Samuel Marques and Manuel Vareiro should provide some direction at halfback. Rodrigo Marta is always worth watching when Portugal get the ball out wide. Playing at home will certainly help, but my concern is whether their pack can handle Samoa’s physicality. Portugal will want to keep the game moving and avoid getting dragged into a battle of strength.

Samoa have some serious experience in their starting lineup, particularly with Scott Sio, Michael Alaalatoa and Richie Asiata in the front row. Theo McFarland will be a big presence in the second row, while Miracle Faiilagi and Abraham Papali’i give them plenty of carrying power. I also like the look of their backline, with AJ Lam and Shaun Stevenson capable of creating something from very little. Portugal should make this competitive, especially in front of their supporters, but I’m leaning towards Samoa’s stronger pack and greater physical presence to make the difference.

Rugby fixtures this weekend

Accumulator of the Day 

• Ireland vs Fiji- Home win
• England vs Japan- Home win
• Wales vs New Zealand- Away win
• Italy vs Argentina- Away win
• Romania vs USA- Away win
• Spain vs Chile- Home win
• Portugal vs Samoa- Away win
• Georgia vs Tonga- Home win

Rugby Results Yesterday

• France vs South Africa- Away win❌
• Sale Sharks vs Exeter Chiefs- Away win❌

Rugby tomorrow

• Scotland vs Australia
• Leicester Tigers vs Saracens

Understanding Rugby Betting 

It is crucial that players understand the different types of rugby betting. If a player places a wager on a handicap bet with fully understanding it, he could think they won the bet but instead they lost the bet as they did not understand how it works. Our rugby predictions will give you the option of the three way bet or the handicap betting as our previews will focus on this.

Different types of Rugby bets 

Match Winner

The most self-explanatory of bets to take on a rugby match. This is the most common and oldest type of rugby bet in which you select Team A or Team B to win. The odds on this type of bet may be low especially if your team is the favourite.

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The most popular bets on rugby are handicap bets. This is often where some of the best value is to be found. The handicap is an advantage that bookmakers give one team to make the game more balanced. The team given the positive handicap can win, draw or lose the game by less than the handicap to cover the bet and win. The team with the negative handicap must win the match by more than the points set out in the handicap to win their bet.

Total points over/under

The over/under betting market involves predicting whether the total number of points scored in a match will be above or lower than a certain predetermined number. For instance, if you bet on the over/under 50 points market and you bet on under, the combined score of the two teams shouldn’t exceed 50.

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Rugby fans know the excitement that comes when a player breaks through the defence to score the first try. Betting on the first-try scorer is about predicting which player from either team will cross the try line first. This bet type carries higher odds as it’s challenging to predict, making potential payouts more lucrative.

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Less specific than the first-try scorer bet, the anytime try scorer wager involves picking a player you believe will score a try at any point during the match. The odds are typically lower than for the first-try scorer but offer a better chance of a payout.

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