Netflix to Broadcast FIFA Women’s World Cup in United States and Canada

Exciting news for soccer fans in the U.S. and Canada! The FIFA Women’s World Cup will now be available for streaming on Netflix, moving away from traditional television channels like Fox Sports and TSN. In a partnership with FIFA, Netflix has secured the rights to broadcast the 2027 and 2031 Women’s World Cup tournaments in both countries.

After a decade with Fox Sports in the U.S. and TSN in Canada, Netflix is taking on the challenge of streaming live soccer for the first time. This move puts Netflix in the company of other streaming services like DAZN, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and Fubo, who have also ventured into live sports broadcasting.

Gabe Spitzer, Netflix’s vice-president of sports, expressed excitement about the partnership with FIFA, aiming to provide fans with unparalleled access to the prestigious women’s football competition. Although details are still limited, Netflix’s previous experience in broadcasting live events, like the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul boxing match, shows promise for the upcoming Women’s World Cup broadcasts.

FIFA chief business officer Romy Gai shared enthusiasm for working with Netflix to continue growing the popularity of women’s soccer in Canada, a nation with a strong history in the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Brazil is set to host the 2027 tournament, with the bidding process underway for the 2031 event, where U.S. Soccer has shown interest in hosting along with other Concacaf nations.

This exciting development marks a shift towards a new era of sports watching, as streaming services take on more live matches. Stay tuned for more updates on the Women’s World Cup and other women’s soccer news as we approach the 2027 and 2031 tournaments.