In what’s set to be the most significant sporting spectacle since the Sydney 2000 Olympics, the nation will be glued to their screens tonight as Australia’s beloved Matildas take on France in a high-stakes FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Quarter Final clash.
Channel 7 is going all out to capture the momentous occasion, broadcasting directly from Brisbane Stadium.
Captaining the live broadcast are 7SPORT’s Mel McLaughlin and legendary broadcaster Bruce McAvaney, ensuring fans don’t miss a second of the game, from kick-off to potential extra time, starting 4.00pm AEST.
Once the world-class football comes to a close, Channel 7’s dedication to sports fans continues. AFL enthusiasts can transition to Melbourne’s showdown against Carlton at the iconic MCG, starting at 7.30pm AEST.
“Saturday’s face-off represents not just a game but a historic moment for all Australians.
Between the Matildas’ electric World Cup campaign and the AFL’s thrilling Carlton v Melbourne matchup, it’s set to be a memorable evening,”
said Lewis Martin, Seven Melbourne’s Managing Director and Head of Network Sport.
He further highlighted the station’s commitment, noting,
“We’re staunchly behind the Matildas and in sync with AFL to ensure the timings are perfect, guaranteeing no fans miss out.”
Channel 7’s efforts during the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 have already garnered the attention of a whopping 9.25 million broadcast viewers. Their digital platform, 7plus, has seen an additional 1.67 million viewers, with over 185 million minutes of content streamed.
Beyond tonight’s epic clash, the network has fans covered for the tournament’s entirety. Friday featured Japan against Sweden, while upcoming broadcasts include all Matildas matches, the Semi-Finals, and the can’t-miss Final.
With the weekend in full swing, AFL coverage continues to heat up with a series of blockbuster matches, ensuring sport remains the talk of the town.
Broadcast times on Seven:
SATURDAY, 12 AUGUST
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ – Quarter Final Australia v France Pre-Game Show
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane: 4.00pm live on Channel 7 and 7plus
Adelaide: 3.30pm live on Channel 7 and 7plus
Perth: 2.00pm live on Channel 7 and 7plus
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ – Quarter Final Australia v France
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane: 5.00pm on Channel 7 and 7plus
Adelaide: 4.30pm on Channel 7 and 7plus
Perth: 3.00pm on Channel 7 and 7plus
AFL: Saturday Night Football Pre-Game Show
Sydney, Melbourne: 7.00pm live on 7mate and 7plus
Adelaide: 6.45pm live on 7mate and 7plus
AFL: Carlton v Melbourne
Sydney: 7.30pm live on 7mate
Melbourne: 7.30pm live on Channel 7
Adelaide: 7.00pm live on Channel 7
AFL: Derby West Coast v Fremantle
Perth: 6.10pm live on Channel 7
SUNDAY, 13 AUGUST
AFL: Sunday Football Pre-Game Show
Melbourne: 2.30pm live on Channel 7 and 7plus
AFL: St Kilda v Richmond
Melbourne: 3.00pm live on Channel 7
Perth: 1.00pm live on Channel 7
I really don’t care and would like to see France thrash them !