Key Takeaways: Women’s World Cup Quarter-Finals

• The Women’s World Cup quarter-finals run from Aug. 10 to Aug. 12.
• You can watch the quarter-finals for free on BBC iPlayer and ITVX in the U.K.
• If you’re not in the country, you can use a VPN like ExpressVPN to get access. It comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

We’re past the group stages and the round of 16 for the Women’s World Cup 2023, with the remaining eight teams holding a rightful spot in the quarter-finals. It’s not so great news for Team USA, though, with the U.S. Women’s National Team getting knocked out in the round of 16 matches. If you’re still following the tournament, this guide shares how to watch FIFA Women’s World Cup Quarter-Finals.

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup started Thursday, July 20, and we’re now well and truly into the knockout stage, leading the way to the final match on Sunday, Aug. 20. This article provides all the information you need on how and where to watch the women’s quarter-finals, as well as a full schedule so you don’t miss a game.

Many channels around the world will show the Women’s World Cup games, but what’s available to you will depend on your location. If your favored channel or service isn’t available where you are, you can use a top VPN like ExpressVPN to get access.

Watch the Women’s World Cup Quarter-Finals

As already mentioned, not all channels and services airing the 2023 Women’s World Cup games will be accessible to you, and that’s because of geoblocks. Networks have had to specifically buy the rights to air it in their region, which means they can’t allow soccer fans from other regions to access it. 

Geoblocks are implemented to stop this, but you can bypass them with the help of a virtual private network (VPN). So, if you want to watch it on BBC iPlayer and ITVX in the U.K., you’ll need to connect to a U.K. VPN server to get access. We’ll show you how further down.

Which Streaming Services Have the Women’s World Cup Quarter-Finals?

Fox and Fox Sports is the main network for watching the Women’s World Cup 2023 in the U.S. That means you can also watch it on the Fox Sports app if you have a valid TV provider login. 

If you don’t have cable, you can sign up for a live TV streaming service that carries Fox and Fox Sports, such as YouTube TV, Sling TV (Blue plan), fuboTV, DirecTV Stream and Hulu + Live TV. Alternatively, you can sign up for Fox directly. You can also watch it on Peacock Premium, but this option only includes Spanish language coverage. However, all of those options are for U.S. viewers and they’re not free.

It’s also available on other channels around the world, such as Optus Sport in Australia and Sky Sport in New Zealand, the two host nations.

How to Watch the FIFA Women’s World Cup Quarter-Finals for Free in 2023

Thankfully, there are ways you can watch the Women’s World Cup for free, and we’ll list all the options in this section. Keep in mind, though, that some free options don’t include every single World Cup game. Many are showing only certain games. 

You can watch select matches for free on Seven and 7Plus in Australia, RTVE in Spain (Spanish language rights) and Rai in Italy.

Services that are hosting the entire Women’s World Cup for free include BBC iPlayer and ITVX in the U.K., RTBF in Belgium (French language), and ARD and ZDF in Denmark. 

To make it easier on the eye, here’s a list of all the free services you can stream live World Cup matches on. If you’re after all of the remaining games, just look out for “all games” next to the services and sports channels.

How to Watch the FIFA Women’s World Cup Quarter-Finals With a VPN

So you can watch any of the world cup games for free, this section shows you how to connect to a U.K. VPN server and access BBC iPlayer and ITVX. We’ve used ExpressVPN in this example, and you can use the 30-day money-back guarantee to watch the rest of the World Cup entirely for free.

1. Sign Up for ExpressVPN

   Go to the ExpressVPN website and sign up for one of its plans. The annual plan is the cheapest overall, but all plans are covered by a 30-day money-back guarantee.

   

2. Install the ExpressVPN App

   Download and install the VPN app on your chosen device. After installation, launch the app to log in to your account.

   

3. Connect to a Server in the United Kingdom

   Find and connect to a server in the U.K. Open ExpressVPN’s full server list by clicking on the three dots. You can then use the search function or scroll through the list to find a suitable server. Click on the server you want to connect to, but if it doesn’t connect automatically, click the big “on” button.

   

4. Go to the BBC iPlayer or ITVX Website

   The matches are split between the services, so once you know which one you need, head to either the BBC iPlayer website or the ITVX website. Then, click on the person icon in the top corner and either sign in or register for a new one (next steps).

   

5. Click on “Register Now”

   Click “register now” to create a new account.

   

6. Create an Account & Start Streaming

   Follow all the steps to create your free BBC iPlayer and ITVX accounts. You’ll need to provide your date of birth to confirm your viewing age, a valid email address and a U.K. postcode (you can find a random one on Google). 

   

7. Start Streaming the Women’s World Cup Games

   Search for the Women’s World Cup on BBC iPlayer or ITVX and start streaming.

   

The Best VPNs for Watching the FIFA Women’s World Cup Live Stream

A reliable and speedy VPN is required to provide you with the best quality sports stream. We’ve got three recommendations that we’re sure you’ll be happy with. Let’s look at what they both offer.

1. ExpressVPN

ExpressVPN is our top VPN for streaming and has no trouble streaming live sports. It has fast speeds and can easily unblock any streaming service or channel website that you throw at it. Plus, you get access to thousands of servers in 105 countries, giving you a ton of choice when it comes to watching the 2023 Women’s World Cup games. 

Its apps are easy to use and available for most devices. Plus, since some smart TVs and streaming devices don’t support native VPN apps, you can make use of ExpressVPN’s MediaStreamer feature. This lets you access geoblocked content without the need for the full VPN app. Just keep in mind that it doesn’t include encryption.

ExpressVPN is expensive, but you’re getting a top-notch VPN that has everything you need to stream matches without disappointment. Plus, there’s a 30-day money-back guarantee you can make use of to watch for free. Read our ExpressVPN review for more details.

ExpressVPN Plans

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2. NordVPN

NordVPN is another great option for streaming the Women’s World Cup online. It has the fastest average VPN speeds and includes thousands of servers in 60 countries. Plus, NordVPN can easily unblock streaming services, allowing you to watch the games on any TV channel.

The NordVPN app includes an interactive map that allows you to navigate the world and find the server you need. You can use this or the server list on the side to choose a suitable server. However, the map doesn’t work well on mobile. The smaller screen makes it hard to use, which is a shame.

Still, it’s not a reason to dismiss NordVPN, and if you lock in for two years, the cost is significantly cheaper than ExpressVPN. It comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, which you can use to try it for free, and you can also read our full NordVPN review.

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3. Surfshark

Last, but not least, we recommend Surfshark. The VPN has good overall speeds internationally with its 100-country server spread, including the UK. You don’t need to worry about streaming the Women’s World Cup with Surfshark since it’s capable of accessing streaming services and will provide a decent stream.

Surfshark’s app is easy to use, even though it comes with many extra security features. It’s also one of the cheapest VPN on the list, though you do need to pay for two years to get the cheaper price. It also has a 30-day money-back guarantee, which gives you plenty of time to test it, and you can read our Surfshark review for more information.

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Surfshark Starter

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The Quarter Finals: Who, Where & When

Below we’ve provided a table with the schedule for the quarter-finals. Instead of providing the local time, we’ve provided the schedule in Eastern Time (ET). Be sure you convert it if you’re located in a different time zone. 

We also did this in our complete guide to watching the Women’s World Cup 2023, which includes times for every single game, including the semi-finals, the third-place match and Women’s World Cup final.

Quarter-Finals Schedule

If you’re curious about the upcoming matches, see the schedule for the third-place FIFA World Cup match, as well as the finals.

Third-Place Match

2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup Final

Final Thoughts: FIFA Quarter-Finals

The Women’s World Cup is in full swing now, and in just under two weeks, we’ll have a winner. It’s been a heck of a whirlwind so far, with top teams like Brazil, Italy and Germany getting knocked out in the beginning. 

We’re now down to eight teams and can only expect the matches to get more and more intense from here on. England are current favorites to win, with Spain just behind them.

Which team do you think will win? Who will be the runner-up? Will you need to use a VPN like ExpressVPN to watch the Women’s World Cup? If so, which one will you use? Let us know in the comment section and, as always, thank you for reading.

FAQ: FIFA Women’s World Cup Quarter-Finals

• How Can I Watch the Women’s World Cup in USA?

  Fox and Fox Sports are the main channels for watching the Women’s World Cup games in the U.S. You can get the channels by signing up for a live TV streaming service like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV and fuboTV. You can also sign up for the channels directly through the Fox app.

• How Can I Watch the Women’s World Cup for Free?

  There are plenty of channels around the world where you can watch the Women’s World Cup for free, but not all of them are showing the entire tournament. For every game, your best bet is to watch it on BBC iPlayer and ITVX in the U.K., RTBF in Belgium, and ARD and ZDF in Denmark. If you’re not in any of those countries, you can use a VPN to get access.

• Who Is Televising the Women’s World Cup?

  This depends on where you’re located. For instance, Fox is the main network for the Women’s World Cup in the U.S., whereas BBC iPlayer and ITVX are jointly airing the tournament in the U.K. 

• How Can I Watch World Cup Replays?

  Full replays of the Women’s World Cup matches can be found on BBC iPlayer and ITVX for free in the U.K. If you’re in the U.S. and have Fox, you can head to the Fox sports website or app to watch replays. Many other networks will likely show replays, so it’s a good idea to check.