LIVESTREAM World Games – Women’s Flag: Preliminary Round, July 14, 02:30-06:30 CET (2:30 am-6:30 am, 8:30 pm-12:30 am Aug. 15)
The Women’s Flag Football tournament at the World Games launches in Chengdu, China with three pivotal preliminary-round clashes: United States vs Canada, China vs Austria, and Great Britain vs Italy.
United States vs Canada: North American rivalry renewed
Top-ranked United States (world No. 1) brings a 15-game unbeaten streak into its showdown with Canada (world No. 6), reigniting a rivalry defined by recent continental and world championship battles. The U.S., led by WR Isabella Geraci and coach Saaid Mortazavi, seeks to extend its dominance after avenging a 2022 World Games final loss to Mexico with back-to-back global titles. Canada, under rookie coach Rachel Lessard, fields a revamped roster drawn nationally for the first time, aiming to leverage QB Sara Parker’s versatility against the sport’s gold standard.
Watch live. United States of America v Canada, July 14, 03:00-3:55 CET (3-3:55 am, 9-9:55 pm ET)
China vs Austria: Hosts face baptism by fire
Unranked debutants China confront world No. 4 Austria in a clash of contrasts. The hosts, assembled via social media trials and multi-sport talent, lean on QB HaoLin Feng’s adaptability against Austria’s seasoned core. European stalwarts Austria, led by QB Saskia Stribrny and coach Robert Riedl, aim to convert their 2024 world championship bronze into a World Games medal. With China’s lack of international experience, Austria’s structured defense and Stribrny’s precision passing could prove decisive.
Watch live. People’s Republic of China v Austria, July 14, 04:10-5:05 CET (4:10-5:05 am, 10:10-11:05 pm July 13 ET)
Great Britain vs Italy: European contenders collide
Reigning European champions Great Britain (world No. 5) face Italy (world No. 10) in a tactical duel. Great Britain, under new coach Jack Reed, seeks redemption after a heartbreaking 2024 world championship loss to Japan, relying on QB Jess Allen’s command of a revamped offense. Italy, led by veteran DB/WR Giada Zocca, targets an upset to shake off an eighth-place world ranking. With both teams prioritizing defensive discipline, the matchup could hinge on Italy’s ability to disrupt Great Britain’s rhythm early.
Watch live. Great Britain v Italy, July 14, 05:20-06:30 CET (5:20-6:30 am, 11:20 pm July 13-12:30 am July 14)
What’s at stake
- USA vs Canada: A statement win for Canada could disrupt Group A’s hierarchy; USA aims to cement its top-dog status.
- China vs Austria: Austria’s medal ambitions face a litmus test against China’s unpredictable home-field energy.
- GB vs Italy: A critical opener for both teams eyeing quarterfinal survival in a stacked Group B.
Watch live. United States of America v Canada, July 14, 03:00-3:55 CET (3-3:55 am, 9-9:55 pm ET)
Watch live. People’s Republic of China v Austria, July 14, 04:10-5:05 CET (4:10-5:05 am, 10:10-11:05 pm July 13 ET)
Watch live. Great Britain v Italy, July 14, 05:20-06:30 CET (5:20-6:30 am, 11:20 pm July 13-12:30 am July 14)
