Ireland head coach Andy Farrell anticipates a fierce clash against New Zealand in their autumn series opener at the Aviva Stadium. Following New Zealand’s recent win over England, the teams meet for the first time since their dramatic World Cup quarter-final, where New Zealand eliminated Ireland. Despite the history, Farrell emphasizes that revenge is not a motivating factor, stating that the match is about competing against the best. With Ireland aiming for a 20th consecutive home victory and holding the top world ranking, rugby fans can expect a high-stakes encounter.