The round of 16 at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is well underway, as four teams: Sweden, the Netherlands, Japan, and Spain have all secured their spots in the quarter-finals. On Monday, two more round of 16 matches will get underway, with the first featuring an intriguing match-up starring England and Nigeria.
England, who won their first major international title last year during the 2022 Women's EURO competition, have been steadily improving at this World Cup. Although the Lionesses have been hit hard by injuries, both before and during this tournament, they nonetheless topped their group with three wins out of three. England were given a real battle against debutant side Haiti, and were fortunate to see that game through by the slimmest of margins.
Denmark also presented a tough test, but England managed to finally overcome their opponents to grind out another gritty 1-0 victory. They were clearly saving the best for last, as Wiegman opted to change formation and it paid dividends as they routed a hapless China side 6-1, with Lauren James making history due to her contributions during that match. Had England been even more clinical, James certainly would have grabbed a hat-trick and the score-line would have been even more lopsided for certain.
Meanwhile, Nigeria come into this match having secured passage after finishing as runners-up in Group B. The Super Falcons started their World Cup campaign with a draw against Canada, before coming from behind to earn a deserved 3-2 win over Australia on matchday two. Although they were unable to find a breakthrough against an already eliminated Ireland, it was still enough for Randy Waldrum's team to progress to the round of 16 and could potentially win a knockout round game for the first time since 1999.
The Super Falcons, who are unbeaten in their last five games overall, are one of three teams representing Africa in the round of 16 - something that has never happened before. South Africa, who qualified despite being in a tricky group alongside Sweden, Italy, and Argentina, unfortunately saw their journey end on Saturday when they were beaten 2-0 by the Netherlands, but given the vast contrast in experience between the two sides, Banyana Banyana still can be quite proud of their efforts. Morocco, one of eight debutant sides at this year's competition and the only to make it to the round of 16, will face a stern test against France on Tuesday, but there is still the potential for Africa to have at least one team in the quarter-finals if everything goes well.
Match facts: England vs Nigeria
- Nigeria are hoping to reach the quarter-finals for the second time in team history
- England have won their last two round of 16 ties at the Women's World Cup
Team news: England vs Nigeria
*All info as of August 5, 2023
England: No injury or suspension concerns for England ahead of this game.
Nigeria: Nigeria will be able to welcome back Deborah Abiodun, who was suspended for two games following her red card against Canada.
Broadcast info: England vs Nigeria
Where can I watch England vs Nigeria live?
USA: It's another early kick off time for fans in the USA, with England vs Nigeria scheduled to start at 3.30 AM EST (12.30 AM PST). However, for those looking to catch this game, there are once again plenty of options to follow all the action.
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, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, UNIVERSO, and UNIVERSO NOW.
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.
England: In the UK, fans can choose from BBC Sport Web, BBC iPlayer, or BBC One to decide if they want to live-stream, watch on TV, or follow the game on the go.
Nigeria: Viewers in Nigeria have a variety of viewing options, including SuperSport MáXimo 3, SuperSport Variety 3, SuperSport GOtv Select 1, SuperSport MaXimo 1, AfroSport TV, DStv Now, and SuperSport Laliga Nigeria.
Live elsewhere? Here's where you can watch England vs Nigeria live from wherever you are based:
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