Where to watch the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 in Australia

Christie Graham - Digital Content Editor

Last updated 18 July 2023

After building excitement for the last three years, we're excited to see the return of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023, co-hosted in New Zealand and Australia.

Watch the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 on Optus Sport

Optus Sport will be streaming all 64 games live for those interested in bingeing every match.

You will need an Optus Sport subscription to access all the action. For non-Optus customers, subscriptions start at $24.99 per month or $199.00 for a yearly subscription. Subscribing annually will save you just over $100 which works out to be four months for free.

For new and existing Optus customers with eligible Optus postpaid mobile plans or internet services, you can get Optus Sport for just $6.99 per month. That's a 70% saving compared to non-customers paying monthly.

For customers with new and existing Optus prepaid mobile plans, you can access a 28-day Optus Sport add-on for just $12.00 per month.

Unfortunately, Optus Sport doesn't offer a free trial. It is contract-free, however, so you can cancel once the World Cup is over. Optus Sport will also stream a number of free matches to those who simply wish to register for Optus Sport at no cost. Just be aware these matches may be subject to change:

Philippines vs Switzerland - July 21
Zambia vs Japan - July 22
Sweden vs South Africa - July 23
Italy vs Argentina - July 24
Colombia vs Korea Republic - July 25
Argentina vs South Africa - July 28
Panama vs Jamaica - July 29
Switzerland vs New Zealand - July 30
Panama vs France - August 2
Morocco vs Colombia - August 3
Third-place play-off - August 19

Here's a selection of Optus' SIM-only plans to get you one step closer to watching the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 for less:

#1	Optus	Optus $60 Optus Choice Plus Plan 100GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: $39/mth and 100GB/mth for first 12 months, then 60GB/mth and $60/mth or as notified. New services. Ends 12.11.26. Terms apply. $39.00/mth Min. cost $39 Go to Site	$39.00/mth Min. cost $39	Go to Site
#2	Optus	Optus $69 Optus Promo Plan 360GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device Deal: Get up to $10/mth SubHub credit to use on your favourite subscriptions for 12 months. T&Cs apply. $69.00/mth Min. cost $69 Go to Site	$69.00/mth Min. cost $69	Go to Site
#3	Optus	Optus $70 Optus Choice Plus Plan 240GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device $70.00/mth Min. cost $70 Go to Site	$70.00/mth Min. cost $70	Go to Site
#4	Optus	Optus $90 Optus Choice Plus Plan 480GB data Optus 5G in selected areas (exc NT) with a 5G device SubHub: Receive up to $20/mth SubHub credit when you have an active SubHub account with subs greater than $0. T&Cs apply $90.00/mth Min. cost $90 Go to Site	$90.00/mth Min. cost $90	Go to Site

And here are some of Optus' NBN plans which are eligible for the Optus Sport discount:

#1	Optus	Optus All Fixed Line nbn® Optus Basic nbn® All Fixed Line nbn® nbn® 25/8 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: $68/mth for a year, then $83/mth or as notified. New services. Incl intro offer + extra $5/mth off. Min cost $374. Ends 6/10. $68/mth for first 12 months, then $83/mth or as notified Min. cost $68 Link not supplied	$68/mth for first 12 months, then $83/mth or as notified Min. cost $68	Link not supplied
#2	Optus	Optus All Fixed Line nbn® Optus Everyday nbn® All Fixed Line nbn® nbn® 50/17 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: $82/mth for a year, then $97/mth or as notified. New services. Incl intro offer + extra $5/mth off. Min cost $388. Ends 6/10. $82/mth for first 12 months, then $97/mth or as notified Min. cost $82 Link not supplied	$82/mth for first 12 months, then $97/mth or as notified Min. cost $82	Link not supplied
#3	Optus	Optus FTTP, HFC Optus Fast nbn® FTTP, HFC nbn® 500/43 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: $84/mth for a year, then $99/mth or as notified. New services. Incl intro offer + extra $5/mth off. Min cost $390. Ends 6/10. $84/mth for first 12 months, then $99/mth or as notified Min. cost $84 Link not supplied	$84/mth for first 12 months, then $99/mth or as notified Min. cost $84	Link not supplied
#4	Optus	Optus FTTN, FTTB, FTTC Optus Fast nbn® FTTN, FTTB, FTTC nbn® 100/18 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: $84/mth for a year, then $99/mth or as notified. New services. Incl intro offer + extra $5/mth off. Min cost $390. Ends 6/10. $84/mth for first 12 months, then $99/mth or as notified Min. cost $84 Link not supplied	$84/mth for first 12 months, then $99/mth or as notified Min. cost $84	Link not supplied
#5	Optus	Optus FTTP, HFC Optus Ultrafast nbn® FTTP, HFC nbn® 820/85 Mbps Unlimited Data Deal: $114/mth for a year, then $129/mth or as notified. New services. Incl intro offer + extra $5/mth off. Min cost $420. Ends 6/10. $114/mth for first 12 months, then $129/mth or as notified Min. cost $114 Link not supplied	$114/mth for first 12 months, then $129/mth or as notified Min. cost $114	Link not supplied

Watch the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 on 7Plus

Every Matilda's match will be streamed for free on the 7Plus platform. 7Plus also have a host of player interview content to keep you entertained between matches.

What devices is Optus Sport compatible with?

Optus Sport can be viewed via the following devices:

Fetch TV
Apple TV (fourth generation and newer)
Chromecast, Xbox, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, Amazon Fire TV, Foxtel (iQ4 and iQ5)
Android TV (Android or higher)
LG Smart TVs (2018 models and newer)
Samsung TVs (2018 and newer)

It's also compatible with desktop browsers, such as Chrome, Safari, Edge and Firefox and mobile browsers, such as iOS' Safari and Android's Chrome and Samsung Internet.

What devices is 7Plus compatible with?

7Plus can be viewed on the following devices:

Fetch TV
Apple TV
Android TV
Samsung TV
Sony Linux TV
Telstra TV
LG TV (2016 and later)
iOS via iPhone and iPad
Android via Phone and Tablet
Chromecast
PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5
Freeview Plus certified devices (red button on broadcast 7 channel, supported regions only)
Online via web browsers

When does the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 start?

The FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 runs from July 20 until August 3.

What are the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 key match dates?

Here are the currently scheduled matches for the Australian Matildas team:

Australia vs Rep. of Ireland
Date: July 20
Time: 8pm (AEST) 6am (ET)

Australia vs. Nigeria
Date: July 27
Time: 8pm (AEST) 6am (ET)

Canada vs. Australia
Date: July 31
Time: 8pm (AEST) 6am (ET)

And here are the key dates for the final matches:

Quarterfinals: August 11 to 12
Semifinals: August 15 to 16
Third-place playoff: August 19
Final: August 20

Christie Graham

Digital Content Editor

Christie Graham is a tech industry expert and former head copywriter for Harvey Norman's Computers and Tech category. She won a national Newscorp writing competition to review TV shows on Binge, and keeps busy juggling her many hobbies including baking, painting, archery, stargazing, tending to her chickens, training her Border Collie, expanding her Harry Potter replica collection, and making lists (much like this one).

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