How To Watch Australia Vs. Philippines Women's Soccer Today
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The Australia women's national football team faces the Philippines women's national football team in a highly anticipated match today, March 2, 2026. The game is part of the ongoing AFC Women's Asian Cup, a key tournament for teams preparing for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Interest in the match has spiked in the U.S. due to the growing popularity of women's soccer and the presence of Filipino-American players on the Philippines squad. Many fans are also tuning in to follow Australia's star striker Sam Kerr, who plays for Chelsea in the English Women's Super League.
The match kicks off at 7:30 p.m. local time (4:30 a.m. ET) at Hindmarsh Stadium in Adelaide, Australia. U.S. viewers can watch the game live on Paramount+, which holds exclusive streaming rights for AFC tournaments in the United States.
For cord-cutters, Paramount+ offers a 7-day free trial, with subscriptions starting at $5.99/month. No cable login is required. The platform also provides on-demand replays for those who miss the live broadcast.
This matchup marks the first competitive meeting between the two teams since the Philippines' historic 1-0 upset over Australia during the 2022 Asian Cup group stage. The result sent shockwaves through women's soccer and established the Philippines as an emerging force in Asian football.
Social media platforms are buzzing with predictions, with many U.S.-based fans rallying behind the underdog Philippines team. The match trends alongside discussions about growing Asian representation in women's soccer and the sport's increasing global competitiveness.
Australian coach Tony Gustavsson has named a strong squad for the tournament, while Philippines coach Mark Torcaso looks to build on his team's recent successes. The outcome could significantly impact both teams' standings in their World Cup qualifying groups.
With women's soccer viewership hitting record numbers in the U.S. following the 2023 World Cup, broadcasters are seeing increased demand for international matches. Today's game offers American fans a chance to scout potential opponents ahead of future tournaments.
For those unable to watch live, highlights will be available on the AFC Women's Asian Cup YouTube channel and through Paramount+'s condensed match replays. The next U.S. women's national team match airs March 5 against Brazil on TNT.
