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The Women’s World Cup is almost upon us and, off the back of the Lionesses’ magnificent Euros victory, needless to say that expectations are high. Whether you’re a fan of the beautiful game or not, the excitement that sweeps the country during major tournaments is infectious. If you want to be part of that electric atmosphere, you definitely don’t want to fall behind on the latest updates.
The group-stage kicks off in Australia and New Zealand this week with the US hoping to defend their championship title. If you happen to be in London, take a look at our guide to the best places to watch the tournament. Otherwise, here’s everything you need to know about watching Millie Bright, Chloe Kelly, Alessia Russo and co from the comfort of your own home.
How can I watch the Women’s World Cup on TV in the UK?
After a deal to split broadcast rights was confirmed last month, all Women’s World Cup games will be free to watch live on either BBC or ITV. Matches will also be available to enjoy on their respective streaming platforms, BBC iPlayer and ITVX.
The final on Sunday August 20 will be broadcast on both BBC and ITV.
When are the England’s Women’s World Cup group-stage games on?
Thursday 20th July
New Zealand v Norway (8am) BBC
Australia v Republic of Ireland (11am) ITV
Friday 21st July
Nigeria v Canada (3am) BBC
Philippines v Switzerland (6am) ITV
Spain v Costa Rica (8:30am) BBC
Saturday 22nd July
USA v Vietnam (2am) BBC
Zambia v Japan (8am) BBC
England v Haiti (10:30am) ITV
Denmark v China (1pm) BBC
Sunday 23rd July
Sweden v South Africa (6am) BBC
Netherlands v Portugal (8:30am) BBC
France v Jamaica (11am) ITV
Monday 24th July
Italy v Argentina (7am) ITV
Germany v Morocco (9:30am) ITV
Brazil v Panama (12pm) ITV
Tuesday 25th July
Colombia v South Korea (3am) BBC
New Zealand v Philippines (6:30am) ITV
Switzerland v Norway (9am) ITV
Wednesday 26th July
Japan v Costa Rica (6am) ITV
Spain v Zambia (8:30am) BBC
Canada v Republic of Ireland (1pm) ITV
Thursday 27th July
USA v Netherlands (2am) BBC
Portugal v Vietnam (8:30am) ITV
Australia v Nigeria (11am) BBC
Friday 28th July
Argentina v South Africa (1am) ITV
England v Denmark (9:30am) BBC
China v Haiti (12pm) ITV
Saturday 29th July
Sweden v Italy (8:30am) BBC
France v Brazil (11am) BBC
Panama v Jamaica (1:30pm) ITV
Sunday 30th July
South Korea v Morocco (5:30am) BBC
Norway v Philippines (8am) BBC
Switzerland v New Zealand (8am) BBC
Germany v Colombia (10:30am) ITV
Monday 31st July
Costa Rica v Zambia (8am) ITV
Japan v Spain (8am) ITV
Canada v Australia (11am) BBC
Republic of Ireland v Nigeria (11am) BBC
Tuesday 1st August
Portugal v USA (8am) ITV
Vietnam v Netherlands (8am) ITV
China v England (12pm) ITV
Haiti v Denmark (12pm) ITV
Wednesday 2nd August
Argentina v Sweden (8am) BBC
South Africa v Italy (8am) BBC
Jamaica v Brazil (11am) ITV
Panama v France (11am) ITV
Thursday 3rd August
Morocco v Colombia (11am) BBC
South Korea v Germany (11am) BBC
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