Reigning champions Netherlands take on Australia in a blockbuster first semi-final of the 2022 Women's Hockey World Cup, and the Hockeyroos are sure to prove popular with the Terrassa locals after ending the Red Sticks' hopes in midweek. They're both undefeated in the tournament so far. Read on as we explain how to get a Netherlands vs Australia live stream and watch this Women's Hockey World Cup semi-final from anywhere in the world.
Date: Saturday, July 16
Time: 6.30pm CEST (local) / 5.30pm BST / 12.30pm ET / 10pm IST / 2.30am AEST / 4.30am NZST
Venue: Estadi Olímpic de Terrassa, Terrassa, Spain
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The Aussies have the best defensive record in the tournament. Katrina Powell's side have conceded just once, against South Africa in their final pool game, and Jocelyn Bartram has been in fine form between the sticks.
However, the Netherlands are no ordinary opponent. Only Argentina have notched more than the 13 that the Oranje have scored, and most menacing of all is the spread of goals throughout the team. Nine of the Dutch contingent have found the net, with Freeke Moes' freak strike proving decisive in their thrilling 2-1 victory over neighbors Belgium.
However, it was Jamilon Mülders' team's least convincing performance of the tournament. What's more, the Netherlands are yet to experience anything remotely like the scorching heat of Terrassa, which is where all of Australia's games have been staged.
Could the elements swing this one in the Aussies' favor? Follow our guide as we explain how to watch a Netherlands vs Australia live stream at the 2022 FIH Women's Hockey World Cup.
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How to watch Netherlands vs Australia from outside your country
We've set out below the ways you can live stream Women's Hockey World Cup action in a number of countries around the world. However, if you're away travelling for work or pleasure, you probably won't be able to tune in like you normally would at home.
That's the result of geo-blocking - best understood as digital borders that restrict certain services and content to certain parts of the world. A good streaming VPN can let you get around these digital borders, while also offering robust protection from cybercriminals and government snooping.
Use a VPN to live stream Netherlands vs Australia from anywhere
How to use a VPN to watch Netherlands vs Australia
Using a VPN is as easy as one-two-three...
1. Download and install a VPN - as we say, our top choice is ExpressVPN
2. Connect to the appropriate server location - open the VPN app, hit 'choose location' and select the appropriate location, eg: 'Australia' for Kayo Sports.
3. Go to the broadcaster's live stream - so, in this case, just head to Kayo Sports
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