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How To Watch the 2025 NWSL Season

Discover NWSL channel listings and convenient viewing options for enjoying women’s soccer at its finest!

The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) is in its 13th season, and the excitement is off the charts. This year marks the second season of a four-year media rights deal, bringing live games to platforms like ESPN, CBS Sports, Amazon Prime Video, and Scripps Sports.

To watch every NWSL game, you’ll need access to multiple services—including the league’s free streaming platform, NWSL+. Tuning in may seem overwhelming, but fear not! We’re here to guide you through each NWSL channel and present multiple options for catching the most action.

What channels show the NWSL?

You can watch all 182 NWSL matches on ABC, Amazon Prime Video, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ION, and NWSL+. All games that air on ABC or ESPN channels also stream on ESPN+, while Paramount+ carries every CBS match and select NWSL+ games.

Here’s a list of each channel’s game count for the 2025 regular season:

  • ABC (3)
  • Amazon Prime Video (25)
  • CBS (11)
  • CBS Sports Network (10)
  • ESPN (10)
  • ESPN2 (4)
  • ION (50)
  • NWSL+ (69)

Want NWSL en Español? ESPN Deportes will show 10 NWSL games with Spanish-language commentary in 2025. ESPN+ will also stream matches in Spanish.

2025 NWSL TV schedule

The 2025 NWSL regular season begins on March 14 and runs until November 2, with scheduled breaks in June and July for confederation competitions. This season comes packed with highlights, including epic matchups during NWSL Rivalry Weekend and the return of Decision Day. But note that the NWSL Draft and the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup will not return in 2025.

Below is a list of the key dates on the 2025 NWSL calendar. For a closer look at individual matches, channel listings, and game times, check out the official NWSL schedule.

Event Start date Channels
NWSL Challenge Cup Friday, March 7 Prime Video
NWSL Kickoff (Opening Weekend) Friday, March 14 Various
NWSL Rivalry Weekend Friday, Aug. 8 Various
NWSL Decision Day Sunday, Nov. 2 ESPN, NWSL+
NWSL Playoffs Friday, Nov. 7 CBS/Paramount+, ESPN/ABC, Prime Video
NWSL Championship Saturday, Nov. 22 CBS/Paramount+

Data effective as of post date.

Best NWSL TV plans

YouTube TV is our top pick for NWSL viewing, offering six core league channels, multiview capabilities, and unlimited DVR storage. At $82.99/mo., the live TV streaming service’s price is on par with similar rivals like Fubo and Hulu + Live TV, but its features outshine the competition. Plus, it has FOX Sports, NBC Sports, and TNT Sports channels for watching related competitions—including the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Summer Olympics, and NCAA Women’s College Cup.

You’ll also need Amazon Prime Video and NWSL+ subscriptions for the exclusive games on both platforms. Fortunately, NWSL+ is free this season, but Prime Video plans start at $8.99 a month.

The combination of YouTube TV, Prime Video, and NWSL+ will cost you at least $91.98 a month. But there are some free alternatives for watching most regular-season games. We highlight those options further down in our Watch for Free section.

Which TV providers show NWSL games?

Most TV providers carry NWSL games due to the league’s expansive broadcast deal. If you prefer scouting TV plans, our table below illustrates which popular services carry ABC, CBS, CBS Sports Network (CBSSN), ESPN, and ION. (Note: All providers with ESPN also have ESPN2.)

Provider Price ABC* CBS* CBSSN ESPN ION* Details
YouTube TV
Best NWSL coverage
$82.99/mo. View plans

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Fubo
Best free trial
$14.99–$94.99/mo. View plans

Read Fubo review
Cox $71.00–$162.00/mo.

Read Cox review
DIRECTV $84.99–$164.99/mo. View plans

Read DIRECTV review
DIRECTV STREAM $84.99–$164.99/mo. View plans

Read DIRECTV STREAM review
DISH $91.99–$121.99/mo. View plans

Read DISH review
Frndly TV $6.99–$11.99/mo. View plans

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Hulu + Live TV $81.99–$95.99/mo. View plans

Read Hulu + Live TV review
Optimum $30.00–$160.00/mo. View plans

Read Optimum review
Philo $28.00/mo. View plans

Read Philo review
Sling TV $45.99–$60.99/mo. View plans

Read Sling TV review
Spectrum $40.00–$105.00/mo. Check Availability

Read Spectrum review
Verizon Fios $95.00–$139.00/mo. View plans

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Xfinity $20.00–$80.00/mo.

Read Xfinity review

Data effective as of post date.

*Channel availability may vary by location.

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How to watch the NWSL for free

Get free local channels
Recommended antenna:
Mohu Leaf 50 ($47.00, one-time purchase)
NWSL channels:
ABC, CBS, and ION
Features:
All local broadcast channels

†CableTV.com utilizes paid Amazon links. Amazon.com Price; $47.00 (as of 2/28/25 11:30 a.m. CT). Read full disclaimer.

There are two easy ways you can watch NWSL games for free. The first is to connect an over-the-air (OTA) antenna to your TV to pick up games that air on ABC, CBS, and ION. However, channel reception depends on your location, which you can verify by running your zip code through the FCC’s Reception Map Tool.

You can also stream over 110 matches across NWSL+ and ION’s video platforms. If you can’t get ION with an antenna, the channel is free on the ION app and other services like Amazon Freevee, Pluto TV, Tubi, and The Roku Channel.

Additional free NWSL coverage streams on the Women’s Sports Network, including a weekly highlight show called VERSUS. The channel also features LPGA content alongside live games from Athletes Unlimited and the Women’s Football Alliance. You can find the Women’s Sports Network on Amazon Freevee, Tubi, Xumo Play, and Fubo.

How to watch the NWSL FAQ

How can I watch the NWSL without Paramount+?

As of the 2025 season, most NWSL games are available on channels and services other than Paramount+. You can even stream several matches for free on ION and NWSL+.

Is the NWSL Challenge Cup on TV?

Yes, you can stream the NWSL Challenge Cup on TV with an Amazon Prime Video subscription. Unlike its first edition, the Challenge Cup is now a single match between last year’s NWSL Shield and NWSL Cup winners.

How can I watch women’s soccer without cable?

You can watch women’s soccer without cable across various streaming services. Live TV streaming services like Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV include channels that air NWSL and USWNT games. Other services like ESPN+, B/R Sports on Max, Paramount+, and Peacock also carry women’s soccer.

Can I watch women’s soccer on Peacock?

Yes, you can stream Spanish-language coverage of the USWNT on Peacock—including the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Peacock is also the streaming home to the USL Super League and Summer Olympics.

Why you should trust us

Our sports experts have been following the National Women’s Soccer League for over a decade. With the league’s evolving TV partnerships and streaming options, we dedicated countless hours to researching and testing the best ways to watch live and on-demand NWSL games. We based our viewing recommendations on key factors such as game counts, pricing, and overall ease of use.

Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.

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Disclaimer

Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.

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