Portugal vs USWNT: Team news, broadcast options, preview for 2023 WWC clash

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The reigning champions will need to make sure they pick up all three points against debutant side Portugal if they want to guarantee themselves a spot in the round of 16.

Things in Group F are going to get very interesting on Tuesday. At the moment, three teams - Portugal, the USWNT, and the Netherlands - are all in contention for a round of 16 spot, with debutant side Vietnam already eliminated following defeats to the USWNT and Portugal.

Currently in third place, Portugal, who are one of eight teams making their debut, have picked up three points. The Navegadoras suffered a narrow 1-0 loss to the Netherlands in their World Cup opener, but rebounded quite well by defeating fellow debutants Vietnam 2-0 to keep their round of 16 hopes alive. Had Francisco Neto's side been a bit more clinical following a whopping 29 attempts on goal, Portugal certainly could've scored more. All in all, though, the victory will certainly give them confidence ahead of facing the USWNT, who will present the toughest challenge to date for the ambitious side.

A win for Portugal not only would arguably be one of the tournament's biggest upsets, but would also guarantee a spot in the round of 16 for Neto's team. A draw could also help see them over the line, but would need the Netherlands to suffer what would be a shock loss to an already elminiated Vietnam.

Meanwhile, the USWNT have received some criticism from some quarters for failing to really set the pitch alight, but the Stars and Stripes have done enough so far to make sure that they currently sit on top of Group E. The reigning champs opened their title defense with a comfortable 3-0 win over Vietnam, despite veteran striker Alex Morgan surprisingly failing to convert from 12 yards out. It wasn't the crushing win many had hoped for, with memories of the USA's 13-0 victory over Thailand four years ago, but it was enough to kick off proceedings on the right foot and set up a crucial clash against the Netherlands.

For the first time in tournament history, the two finalists from the prior World Cup faced off in the group stages, and it was a pretty evenly matched battle throughout, with both teams having to settle for a point. As things stand, the USWNT and the Netherlands will qualify for the round of 16 as the winners and runners-up of Group E. However, Portugal will want to have their say, and depending on how things pan out, Group E's standings could end up looking a lot different by the time matchday three ends.

Team news: Portugal vs the USWNT

Portugal: Fatima Pinto is expected to miss out here after sustaining a knee injury that prevented her from being involved in Portugal's 2-0 win over Vietnam.

USWNT: No injury or suspension concerns for the USWNT ahead of this game.

Match facts: Portugal vs the USWNT

The USWNT have always progressed to the knockout rounds at every single World Cup since their debut in 1991
Meanwhile, Portugal are hoping to qualify for the round of 16 for the first time
This will be the 11th meeting between the USA and Portugal...
...and the Stars and Stripes not only have won all ten meetings, but also have yet to concede a goal (39-0)

Broadcast info: Portugal vs the USWNT

Where can I watch Portugal vs the USWNT live?

USA: Again, it's a very early kick off for fans in the USA hoping to catch this one live especially for those on the East Coast, with kick-off starting at 3 AM EST (12 AM PST). However, for those keen on setting their alarms early or staying up a bit later than usual, there are, once again, plenty of choices to follow the match via a variety of methods.

These options include catching the game on TV via Fox Sports 1, while FOX Sports App provides an on-the-go choice and the match can also be streamed via Foxsports.com or Peacock.

For Spanish-speakers, they can check out Telemundo and Telemundo Deportes En Vivo.

In addition, FuboTV and Sling TV offer additional live-streaming services, with Fox Sports 1 available on both FuboTV and Sling TV, while Spanish-speakers also will find their channels available on FuboTV.

Portugal: Fans in Portugal also have a variety of great options to follow this game via TV, live-streaming, or on the go. They include RTP 1, Sport TV Multiscreen, Sport TV1, and RTP Play.

Live elsewhere? Here's where you can catch Portugal vs the USWNT live from wherever you are based: