The BBC has confirmed who will front its coverage of this summer's Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
The broadcaster is set to show 33 live games across BBC TV and iPlayer, with the remaining matches being shown on ITV. The tournament kicks-off on the BBC on July 20, with live coverage of host nation New Zealand facing Norway in Auckland.
England’s crucial second group stage game against Denmark (9.30am, 28 July) will also be live on the BBC, as well both World Cup semi-Finals and the final. And the broadcaster has unveiled the star-studded line-up that will be charged with bringing viewers all of the latest updates from down under.
Gabby Logan, Reshmin Chowdhury and Alex Scott, who will also work as a pundit, will lead BBC coverage across TV and iPlayer, while Juliette Ferrington and Vicki Sparks lead BBC Radio 5 Live’s team in Australia.
Meanwhile, Euro 2022 winner Ellen White, former Lionesses captain Steph Houghton and England’s most-capped player, Fara Williams, will all provide expert analysis throughout the tournament. With over 230 caps between them, England legends Rachel Brown-Finnis, Anita Asante and Karen Bardsley will also return to the BBC’s live coverage of international football.
The former Lionesses will be joined by France great Laura Georges, Arsenal Women's Head Coach Jonas Eidevall and Lewes Head Coach Scott Booth.
“Having shown every Women’s World Cup on the BBC since 1999, we were very happy to extend our partnership with FIFA for the 2023 tournament in Australia and New Zealand," said Barbara Slater, Director of BBC Sport.
"The growth of the women’s game has been extraordinary, demonstrated by the vast numbers who watched our coverage of the Euros last year. United across television, radio and online, the BBC is now preparing to deliver fans an unrivalled package of live match coverage, highlights, analysis and digital content.
"Fans can enjoy exclusive live coverage of England’s crucial group game against Denmark, the key Round of 16 games and both World Cup Semi-Finals. The matches will be brought to you by an outstanding squad of the best presenters, experts and ex-players, including a number of legendary Lionesses.”
