You can watch the 2026 NRL Grand Final 2026 as Roosters take on Knights live and FREE on 9Now, and from anywhere with a VPN.
Kick-off arrives at 4:30 a.m. ET / 9:30 a.m. BST / 6:30 p.m. AEST on Sunday, 4 October.
- FREE STREAM — 9Now (AUS)
- Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk free
The streaming service will show every moment of the blockbuster clash at Accor Stadium in Sydney, as the Knights look to complete their remarkable rise from last place just 12 months ago to NRL glory while the Roosters aim to end their six-year title wait.
Australia's 9Now is a free streaming service and only requires a simple account to watch any of their content.
But, can you watch the NRL Grand Final for free on 9Now while in the U.S., U.K., Canada, or elsewhere too? Here’s our full guide to watching Roosters vs Knights live and free online from anywhere.
How to watch NRL Grand Final 2026 for free
Footy fans in Australia are in luck!
The 2026 NRL Grand Final between Sydney Roosters and the Newcastle Knights is streaming FREE on 9Now Down Under.
Prefer the big screen? You can also watch the action for free on Channel Nine.
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How to watch NRL Grand Final from anywhere
Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the game on your usual subscription? You can still watch the 2026 NRL Grand Final live stream thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network).
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Watch NRL Grand Final 2026 for FREE: Quick Guide
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
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 instance, if you're in the U.K. and want to view your usual Aussie service, you'd select Australia from the server list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to 9Now and watch the game, completely free.
Which devices can I watch NRL Grand Final 2026 with?
You can use 9Now to watch Roosters vs Knights on a range of devices:
- Amazon Fire TV
- Android phones and tablets (Android OS 5 and newer)
- Android TV
- Apple iPhones and iPads (iOS 12 or later
- Apple TV (including Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD)
- Chromecast (including Chromecast with Google TV)
- Chrome (latest two versions)
- Fetch TV (Gen 3 or newer)
- Firefox (latest two versions)
- Foxtel iQ
- Freeview
- Hisense TV
- LG Smart TV (webOS 4 or higher)
- Mobile apps – download the 9Now app on your phone or tablet (iOS/Android)
- Mozilla (latest two versions)
- Roku (including Roku 2, Roku 3, Roku Express, Roku Express+, Roku Premiere, Roku Premiere+, Roku Streaming Stick, Roku Streaming Stick+ and Roku Streambar)
- Safari (latest two versions)
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