FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Schedule: USA’s Journey to Glory

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Schedule: The much-awaited FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 is just around the corner, and soccer fans across the Globe and the United States are eagerly anticipating the tournament. Co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, the tournament promises to be a thrilling showcase of women’s soccer talent.

The opening match between New Zealand and Norway on July 20 marks the beginning of an exciting month-long soccer extravaganza. With the US Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT) aiming to clinch the title, let’s take a closer look at their journey and key matches.

Group Stage Battles

Placed in Group E, the USWNT will embark on its group stage journey with a clash against Vietnam on July 21 at 9 pm ET. The team’s next challenge comes on July 26, Wednesday, at 9 pm ET, when they face off against the formidable Netherlands. Wrapping up the group stage, the USWNT will lock horns with Portugal on August 1 at 3 pm ET. With determination and skill, they aim to secure victories and advance to the knockout stage.

Expanded Tournament Format

For the first time in Women’s World Cup history, 32 teams will participate, adding more excitement to the competition. The group stage will witness a total of 64 matches, and only the top two teams from each group will progress to the knockout rounds. Unfortunately, the knockout stage brings heartbreak, as the teams that fall short will have to bid farewell to the tournament.

Knockout Showdown

As the group stage concludes, the intensity amplifies with the round of 16 matches scheduled from August 5 to August 8. The quarterfinals follow on August 11 and 12, raising the stakes even higher. The four teams that make it through will face off in the semifinals on August 15 and 16, vying for a spot in the ultimate clash.

The Thrilling Finale

The culmination of this exhilarating journey will take place on August 20 in Sydney, Australia, where the grand final awaits. The two best teams will compete for the coveted FIFA Women’s World Cup trophy. The excitement will reach its peak, as soccer fans worldwide watch in anticipation of a memorable showdown.

Racing Louisville FC Represented

Among the many talented athletes participating in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, six footballers from Racing Louisville FC have earned the honor of representing their respective nations. As they showcase their skills on the global stage, the world will witness the spirit of women’s soccer united in passion and determination.

Fifa Women’s World Cup 2023 Schedule

Group Stage: July 20 – August 3

July 20:

• Group A: New Zealand vs Norway, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland
• Group B: Australia vs Ireland, 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Stadium Australia, Sydney

July 21:

• Group B: Nigeria vs Canada, 12:30 PM (02:30 GMT) – Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, Melbourne
• Group A: Philippines vs Switzerland, 5:00 PM (05:00 GMT) – Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
• Group C: Spain vs Costa Rica, 7:30 PM (07:30 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington

July 22:

• Group E: USA vs Vietnam, 1:00 PM (01:00 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland
• Group C: Zambia vs Japan, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Waikato Stadium, Hamilton
• Group D: England vs Haiti, 7:30 PM (09:30 GMT) – Lang Park, Brisbane
• Group D: Denmark vs China, 8:00 PM (12:00 GMT) – Perth Rectangular Stadium, Perth

July 23:

• Group G: Sweden vs South Africa, 5:00 PM (05:00 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington
• Group E: Netherlands vs Portugal, 7:30 PM (07:30 GMT) – Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
• Group F: France vs Jamaica, 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney

July 24:

• Group G: Italy vs Argentina, 6:00 PM (06:00 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland
• Group H: Germany vs Morocco, 6:30 PM (08:30 GMT) – Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, Melbourne
• Group F: Brazil vs Panama, 8:30 PM (11:00 GMT) – Hindmarsh Stadium, Adelaide

July 25:

• Group H: Colombia vs South Korea, 12:00 PM (02:00 GMT) – Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney
• Group A: New Zealand vs Philippines, 5:30 PM (05:30 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington
• Group A: Switzerland vs Norway, 8:00 PM (08:00 GMT) – Waikato Stadium, Hamilton

July 26:

• Group C: Japan vs Costa Rica, 5:00 PM (05:00 GMT) – Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
• Group C: Spain vs Zambia, 7:30 PM (07:30 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland
• Group B: Canada vs Ireland, 8:00 PM (12:00 GMT) – Perth Rectangular Stadium, Perth

July 27:

• Group E: USA vs Netherlands, 1:00 PM (01:00 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington
• Group E: Portugal vs Vietnam, 7:30 PM (07:30 GMT) – Waikato Stadium, Hamilton
• Group B: Australia vs Nigeria, 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Lang Park, Brisbane

July 28:

• Group G: Argentina vs South Africa, 12:00 PM (00:00 GMT) – Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
• Group D: England vs Denmark, 6:30 PM (08:30 GMT) – Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney
• Group D: China vs Haiti, 8:30 PM (11:00 GMT) – Hindmarsh Stadium, Adelaide

July 29:

• Group G: Sweden vs Italy, 7:30 PM (07:30 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington
• Group F: France vs Brazil, 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Lang Park, Brisbane
• Group F: Panama vs Jamaica, 8:30 PM (12:30 GMT) – Perth Rectangular Stadium, Perth

July 30:

• Group H: South Korea vs Morocco, 2:00 PM (04:30 GMT) – Hindmarsh Stadium, Adelaide
• Group A: Norway vs Philippines, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland
• Group A: Switzerland vs New Zealand, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
• Group H: Germany vs Colombia, 7:30 PM (09:30 GMT) – Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney

July 31:

• Group C: Japan vs Spain, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington
• Group C: Costa Rica vs Zambia, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Waikato Stadium, Hamilton
• Group B: Canada vs Australia, 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, Melbourne
• Group B: Ireland vs Nigeria, 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Lang Park, Brisbane

August 1:

• Group E: Portugal vs USA, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland
• Group E: Vietnam vs Netherlands, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin
• Group D: Haiti vs Denmark, 7:00 PM (11:00 GMT) – Perth Rectangular Stadium, Perth
• Group D: China vs England, 8:30 PM (11:00 GMT) – Hindmarsh Stadium, Adelaide

August 2:

• Group G: South Africa vs Italy, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington
• Group G: Argentina vs Sweden, 7:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Waikato Stadium, Hamilton
• Group F: Panama vs France, 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney
• Group F: Jamaica vs Brazil, 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, Melbourne

August 3:

• Group H: South Korea vs Germany, 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Lang Park, Brisbane
• Group H: Morocco vs Colombia, 6:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Perth Rectangular Stadium, Perth

Round of 16: August 5 – August 8

August 5:

• Round of 16: Winner A vs Runners-up C, 5:00 PM (05:00 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland
• Round of 16: Winner C vs Runners-up A, 8:00 PM (08:00 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington

August 6:

• Round of 16: Winner E vs Runners-up G, 12:00 PM (02:00 GMT) – Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney
• Round of 16: Winner G vs Runners-up E, 7:00 PM (09:00 GMT) – Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, Melbourne

August 7:

• Round of 16: Winner D vs Runners-up B, 5:30 PM (07:30 GMT) – Lang Park, Brisbane
• Round of 16: Winner B vs Runners-up D, 8:30 PM (10:30 GMT) – Stadium Australia, Sydney

August 8:

• Round of 16: Winner H vs Runners-up F, 6:00 PM (08:00 GMT) – Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, Melbourne
• Round of 16: Winner F vs Runners-up H, 8:30 PM (11:00 GMT) – Hindmarsh Stadium, Adelaide

Quarter-finals: August 11 and 12

August 11:

• Quarter-final 1: 1:00 PM (01:00 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington
• Quarter-final 2: 7:30 PM (07:30 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland

August 12:

• Quarter-final 3: 5:00 PM (07:00 GMT) – Lang Park, Brisbane
• Quarter-final 4: 8:30 PM (10:30 GMT) – Stadium Australia, Sydney

Semi-finals: August 15 and 16

August 15:

• Semi-final 1: 8:00 PM (08:00 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland

August 16:

• Semi-final 2: 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Stadium Australia, Sydney

Third-place play-off: August 19

August 19:

• Third-place play-off: 6:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Lang Park, Brisbane

Final: August 20

August 20:

• Final: 8:00 PM (10:00 GMT) – Stadium Australia, Sydney

Conclusion

The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup promises to be an unforgettable tournament for soccer enthusiasts and fans alike. With the USWNT eyeing victory, the journey to glory will be full of challenges and triumphs. As the tournament kicks off, let us unite to cheer for the teams and celebrate the spirit of sportsmanship and women’s soccer excellence. The world will witness the magic of the beautiful game as history unfolds in this remarkable event.