Canada are through to the 2024 Olympic Games women’s soccer quarterfinals as they face Germany on August 3.
The Canucks are looking to retain the gold medal they secured in Tokyo four years ago and they secured a knockout stage spot in controversial circumstances.
Following an investigation into allegations over spying on opposition training sessions via a drone, head coach Bev Priestman has been suspended by FIFA, with her team hit with a six point deduction in Group A.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch it, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
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What time does Canada vs. Germany kick off?
This 2024 Olympics quarterfinal match takes place at the Stade de Marseille in Marseille, France and kicks off on Saturday, August 3 at 7:00 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates across the US and Canada:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Aug. 3 | 1:00 p.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, Aug. 3 | 12:00 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Aug. 3 | 11:00 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Aug. 3 | 10:00 a.m. |
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Canada vs. Germany live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this 2024 Olympics quarterfinal match in the U.S. and Canada:
| Region | TV | Streaming |
| USA | Telemundo, Universo | Fubo (Spanish), NBC Sports app/website, Peacock, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, Universo Now |
| Canada | — | CBC Sports app/website |
USA: This game has so far not been selected for live broadcast on NBC’s TV networks. Streaming options are available on Fubo (Spanish), which offers a FREE trial to new subscribers and Peacock.
Spanish language options are also available via Telemundo and Universo.
Canada: Streaming options for fans in Canada is available via CBC Sports.
Canada vs. Germany lineups, team news
Despite the wave of off-field controversy surrounding Canada’s Olympic campaign, interim boss Andy Spence steered them to the quarterfinals, and they did win all three group games, despite only three points being registered following the deduction.
He could stick with an unchanged team for this clash with experienced defender Vanessa Gilles scoring winners in their last two games.
Canada predicted starting XI (3-4-3, right to left): Sheridan (GK) — Rose, Gilles, Buchanan — Lawrence, Grosso, Fleming, Lacasse — Beckie, Leon, Huitema.
Germany will be forced into a change in defence, with Kathrin Hendrich sidelined, and Sara Doorsoun set to come in as cover.
Germany predicted starting XI (4-4-2 right to left): Berger (GK) — Gwinn, Doorsoun, Schulze, Rauch — Brand, Minge, Popp, Buhl — Nusken, Schuller.
Canada vs. Germany prediction
Canada’s players have done superbly to remain focused on their drive to win gold again despite a storm surrounding the camp in France.
They have passed every test put in front of them, and despite Germany boasting some star names, the defending champions should progress.
Prediction: Canada 2-1 Germany
