Four years ago, the Netherlands made it to the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup final, where they were beaten 2-0 thanks to a brace from USWNT star Megan Rapinoe. While it was a disappointing result for the Oranje, it was nonetheless an impressive achievement considering it was only the second appearance for the side after making their debut in 2015.
Last summer, however, the Netherlands disappointed at the Women's EURO competition where they were knocked out in the quarter-finals. It was a surprising result, especially considering that they had won the same competition only five years prior, and now, they come into their third World Cup keen on trying to go one step further and get their hands on the coveted prize.
Meanwhile, Portugal, who have lost just one of their last 12 matches, will be looking to make a splash at their first ever World Cup. Although they're in a very tough group, the debutants have scored in all but two of their last 19 games and could pose some problems for their upcoming opponents.
Team news: Netherlands vs Portugal
Netherlands: While the Oranje are missing star striker Vivianne Miedema, who injured her ACL last year and has been ruled out for the long haul, they will have everyone else of note available.
Portugal: By contrast, Portugal have some concerns, namely regarding the fitness of veteran Ana Borges as well as Kika Nazareth.
Match facts: Netherlands vs Portugal
- To date, the Netherlands have never lost to Portugal, with a record of W7 D1 from their eight prior meetings
- The Oranje are making their third appearance at a WWC, while Portugal are in this tournament for the first time
Broadcast info: Netherlands vs Portugal
Where can I watch the Netherlands vs Portugal game live?
USA: For fans in the USA, there are plenty of options to tune into the Netherlands vs Portugal game. Be advised, it's a very early match especially for those on the East Coast, and is set to kick off at 03.30 AM EST (12.30 AM PST).
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.
As for Spanish-speakers, they can check out various TV and live-streaming options via Telemundo, RCN Nuestra Tele, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, and Fanatiz.
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.
Netherlands: In the Netherlands, where the match is set to kick off at 09.30 CET, fans' options include both NPO 1 and NPO Start.
Portugal: Viewers in Portugal have a variety of TV and on-the go options to follow this game, including Sport TV1, RTP 1, Sport TV Multiscreen, and RTP Play.
Live elsewhere? Here's how you can catch the Netherlands vs Portugal match live from wherever you call home:
Match details, result and original broadcast info
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Live TV coverage and streaming in United States
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