Best way to watch the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup

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The content of the page discusses various aspects of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, including the schedule, how to watch the games, the U.S. women’s team, and the best streaming services for the tournament. It also mentions key changes since the last non-U.S. victory, providing a snapshot of the world at that time, such as the presence of Steve Jobs, the existence of Google+, and the introduction of the iPad.

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In 2011, Japan won the FIFA Women’s World Cup, and the United States lost in the final on penalties. Since then, there have been significant changes in the world, such as the passing of Steve Jobs, the rise and fall of Google+, the growth of the iPad, and the development of new technologies like 3D TV and phones.

To watch the Women’s World Cup, you have several options:

1. Fox Networks: Every game of the tournament, including the final, will be available on Fox and FS1. You can access these channels over the air, on cable and satellite, or through the Fox Sports app.

2. Streaming Services: If you prefer streaming, popular services like YouTube TV, Sling TV, and FuboTV offer access to the Fox channels. YouTube TV is particularly recommended for its 4K resolution and wide availability.

3. Spanish Commentary: If you prefer Spanish commentary, you can watch the games on Telemundo, NBC Universo, or Peacock. Every game on Peacock will be streamed in Spanish. With these options, you’ll be able to enjoy every game of the Women’s World Cup.

When is the 2023 Women’s World Cup?

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup will begin with group play on July 20, 2023. Since the games are being played in Australia and New Zealand, it’s important to consider the time difference when reviewing the schedule. For example, a game scheduled for 9 p.m. ET on July 20 in Auckland would actually take place at 3 p.m. on July 21 in New Zealand.

To avoid confusion, make sure to look for schedules that indicate “your local time.” Both the FIFA and Fox Sports websites display the schedules according to your local time zone.

When do the U.S. women play?

The U.S. Women’s National Team, like everyone else in the tournament, is guaranteed three matches in group play. The U.S. is in Group E, along with Vietnam, Portugal, and the Netherlands.

Here’s the full group stage schedule for the U.S.

  • USA vs. Vietnam, July 21, 9 p.m. ET at Eden Park in Auckland
  • USA vs. Netherlands, July 26, 9 p.m. ET at Wellington, New Zealand
  • USA vs. Portugal, August 1, 3 a.m. ET at Eden Park in Auckland

All three of the U.S. Women’s National Team group games will be available on Fox. (We’ve got the full group schedule below.)

How to watch the Women’s World Cup

Yes, every game of the FIFA Women’s World Cup will be available on Fox networks, including the Fox broadcast channel and FS1. These channels are accessible through various platforms such as over the air, cable, satellite, and most streaming platforms.

The Fox Sports app is also a convenient option for watching the matches. For those who prefer Spanish commentary, Telemundo and NBC Universo will broadcast the games on traditional networks. Additionally, all games on the Peacock streaming service will be streamed in Spanish.

When are the Women’s World Cup finals?

The FIFA Women’s World Cup will conclude after approximately a month of play. The semifinals are set to take place on August 15 and 16, followed by the third-place game on August 19. The highly anticipated final will be held on August 20 in Sydney.

However, for viewers in North America, the final will be an early-morning match, with the game scheduled for 6 a.m. Eastern Time, which is 3 a.m. on the West Coast.

Who’s on the U.S. Women’s World Cup roster?

The biggest question going into this year’s Women’s World Cup? Who’s actually on the team? The U.S. Women’s World Cup roster is made up of some old favorites, as well as some up-and-comers. That’s pretty standard for this sort of thing, but it’s definitely a different team than the one that won the whole thing in 2019 and 2015.

There are the veterans, like midfielders Julie Ertz (who’s coming off an injury), Lindsey Horan, and Rose Lavelle. Forwards Megan Rapinoe and Alex Morgan are back. And defenders Kelley O’Hara and Crystal Dunn shore up the back line, with Alyssa Naeher the likely starter in goal.

You’ll also find Aubrey Kingsbury (G), Casey Murphy (G), Alana Cook (D), Emily Fox (D), Naomi Girma (D), Sofia Huerta (D), Smily Sonnett (D), Savannah Demelo (M), Kristie Mewis (M), Ashley Sanchez (M), Andi Sullivan (M), Trinity Rodman (F), Sophia Smith (F), Alyssa Thompson (F), and Lynn Williams (F).

Who actually will play throughout the tournament? Only one way to find out.

What’s the best streaming service for the World Cup?

That’s kind of a personal question. If you’re already a subscriber of YouTube TV — which is the most popular streaming service in the U.S., you’re good to go. It has all the Fox channels — and you should even be able to watch all the games in 4K resolution.

If you’re looking for a new streaming service with which to watch the Women’s World Cup, you’ve got some other options, too.

Sling TV is going to be the least expensive. It starts at $40 a month for the Sling Blue plan, which is the one you want to be sure to get because it has FS1 in addition to Fox Proper. Note that you may have to pay an extra $5 a month in some markets to get that local Fox broadcast.

Another good option is FuboTV. It’s a good bit more expensive, starting at $75 a month. But it has Fox and FS1 — and you should be able to watch games in 4K resolution there, too.

How to watch the Women’s World Cup in Spanish

While Fox and FS1 are the main channels for every Women’s World Cup game, there also are some options for those who prefer to hear the games in Spanish. (And we could make the argument that English speakers will enjoy these more, too.)

On the traditional network side of things, Telemundo and NBC Universo will split duties. And as you’ll note in the full schedule below, every game also is streaming on Peacock (which like Telemundo and NBC Universo is owned by NBCUniversal). But every game on Peacock will be streamed in Spanish, not English.

Women’s World Cup full schedule

Here’s the full schedule for the group round of the 2023 Women’s World Cup. All times listed are Eastern — so remember that the days may not quite match up if you see something listed in the time zone where the match is being played.

Thursday, July 20

  • New Zealand vs. Norway, 3 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Australia vs. Ireland, 6 a.m., Fox, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Nigeria vs. Canada, 10:30 p.m., Fox, NBC Universo, Peacock

Friday, July 21

  • Philippines vs. Switzerland, 1 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Spain vs. Costa Rica, 3:30 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock
  • United States vs. Vietnam, 9 p.m., Fox, NBC Universo, Telemundo, Peacock

Saturday, July 22

  • Zambia vs. Japan, 3 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • England vs. Haiti, 5:30 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Denmark vs. China, 8 a.m., Fox, NBC Universo, Peacock

Sunday, July 23

  • Sweden vs. South Africa, 1 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Netherlands vs. Portugal, 3:30 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock
  • France vs. Jamaica, 6 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock

Monday, July 24

  • Italy vs. Argentina, 2 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Germany vs. Morocco, 4:30 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Brazil vs. Panama, 7 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Colombia vs. Korea, 10 p.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock

Tuesday, July 25

  • New Zealand vs. Philippines, 1:30 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Switzerland vs. Norway, 4 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock

Wednesday, July 26

  • Japan vs. Costa Rica, 1 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Spain vs. Zambia, 3:30 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Canada vs. Ireland, 8 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • United States vs. Netherlands, 9 p.m., Fox, NBC Universo, Telemundo, Peacock

Thursday, July 27

  • Portugal vs. Vietnam, 3:30 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Australia vs. Nigeria, 6 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Argentina vs. South Africa, 8 p.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock

Friday, July 28

  • England vs. Denmark, 4:30 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock
  • China vs. Haiti, 7 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock

Saturday, July 29

  • Sweden vs. Italy, 3:30 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock
  • France vs. Brazil, 6 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Panama vs. Jamaica, 8:30 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock

Sunday, July 30

  • Korea vs. Morocco, 12:30 a.m., Fox, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Norway vs. Philippines, 3 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Switzerland vs. New Zealand, 3 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Germany vs. Colombia, 5:30 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock

Monday, July 31

  • Costa Rica vs. Zambia, 3 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Japan vs. Spain, 3 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Ireland vs. Nigeria, 6 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Canada vs. Australia, 6 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock

Tuesday, August 1

  • Vietnam vs. Netherlands, 3 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Portugal vs. United States, 3 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Haiti vs. Denmark, 7 a.m., FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • China vs. England, 7 a.m., Fox Telemundo, Peacock

Wednesday, August 2

  • South Africa vs. Italy, 3 a.m, FS1, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Argentina vs. Sweden, 3 a.m., Fox, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Jamaica vs. Brazil, 6 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock
  • Panama vs. France, 6 a.m., Fox, NBC Universo, Peacock

Thursday, August 3

  • Korea vs. Germany, 6 a.m., Fox, NBC Universo, Peacock
  • Morocco vs. Colombia, 6 a.m., FS1, Telemundo, Peacock

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