Netherlands vs Portugal live: Women’s World Cup score, highlights, result from 2023 Group E match

2019 World Cup finalists the Netherlands get their 2023 campaign underway when they take on fellow European’s and tournament debutants Portugal in Dunedin.

The Dutch will be hoping to recreate their magic run to the final four years ago, but are much weaker in attack without star striker Vivianne Miedema, who is out of the tournament due to injury.

They know they also have to win every match in the group to have a realistic chance of finishing in first, as they also have competition favourites and the side who defeated them in the 2019 final the United States also in their group.

Whilst Portugal are still making their name in the women’s game, they have shown promise in recent times, including a fighting 0-0 draw with European champions England in a warm-up match before the tournament.

Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights for Netherlands vs Portugal at the 2023 World Cup. Follow below for complete results from the Group E match in New Zealand.

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Netherlands vs Portugal score

	1H	2H	Final	Goalscorers
Netherlands	1	0	—	van der Gragt 13′
Portugal	0	0	—

Starting lineups:

• Netherlands starting lineup (3-5-2): van Domselaar (GK) — Spitse, van der Gragt, Janssen — Pelova, Roord, van de Donk, Groenen, Brugts — Beerensteyn, Martens

• Portugal starting lineup (4-2-2): Pereira (GK) — Borges, Gomes, Costa, Amado (Alves 78′)—  T. Pinto, Dolores Silva (Nazareth 67′), F. Pinto, Norton (Encarnacao 78′) — J. Silva, Diana Silva (Jacinti 78′)

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Netherlands vs Portugal live updates, highlights from 2023 World Cup

90th minute: The fourth official has indicated there will be a minimum of six minutes of added time.

89th minute: Jessica Silva puts a dangerous ball into the box, but Encarnacao can’t get a touch to the ball, and it is cut out by van Domselaar.

87th minute: Beerensteyn has picked up a knock in the challenge and will be replaced by Katja Snoeijs.

83rd minute: Portugal centre back Gomes goes into the book for a strong foul on Beerensteyn

82nd minute: The substitute Encarnacao almost makes an instant impact, cutting inside and getting a shot on target, but van Domselaar is able to parry it away.

80th minute: The Dutch also go to the bench, with van de Donk making way for Damaris Egurrola.

78th minute: Portugal make a triple change, with Diana Silva, Catarina Amado and Andreia Norton are replaced by Andreia Jacinti, Lucia Alves and Telma Encarnacao.

78th minute: Van de Donk goes into the book for a cynical foul denying a Portugal counter attack.

75th minute: Ana Borges tries to catch van Domselaar with a dangerous cross, but it lacks accuracy and sails harmlessly onto the roof of the net.

67th minute: The first change of the night has come from Portugal, with captain Dolores Silva making way for Kika Nazareth.

60th minute: Beerensteyn gets on the end of a long ball and manages to turn Amado before curling a shot on goal, but the shot is too central and is saved by Pereira.

59th minute: Portugal enjoying a good spell of possession in the Dutch half, can they create a meaningful opportunity on goal?

56th minute: First yellow card of the night, Jessica Silva is cautioned for a cynical foul

52nd minute: Big save from Pereira! van de Donk gets away from her defenders and unleashes a strong shot, but the Portuguese shot stopper is alert and gets a strong hand to the ball to keep it away from goal.

51st minute: Portugal finally have a shot on goal through Jessica Silva, but it lacks accuracy and it wide of the goal

47th minute: She is back on her feet and the action resumes.

46th minute: A strong challenge from van der Gragt on Diana Silva leaves the Portuguese striker prone on the turf, she is currently receiving treatment.

46th minute: The second half begins, can Portugal find a way back into this match?

HALF TIME: Looks like van de Gragt enjoyed that one!

How it feels to score the opening goal at the #FIFAWWC 🔥! #NEDPOR #TheOranjeBeat pic.twitter.com/zDs9MkhaZh

— OranjeLeeuwinnen (@oranjevrouwen) July 23, 2023

HALF TIME: The Netherlands hold a 1-0 lead at halftime, with the Dutch having more of the ball and more of the chances in the first half. Portugal have had a few free kicks in dangerous positions, but have failed to properly test the Dutch defence.

45th minute: The referee has indicated a minimum of three minutes added time at the end of the half, which is surprisingly one of the smaller numbers of the tournament so far…

45th minute: Martens is tackled in the box, but the loose ball falls to Beerensteyn, who is only able to drag the shot wide at the near post.

39th minute: Beerensteyn hooks a cross into the box, which an advancing van de Donk meets with her head, but it is straight at the keeper.

37th minute: Martens weaves her way past a couple of challenges and let’s fly from distance, but the shot lacks conviction and is straight at Periera. Soon after Brugts tries her luck from long range, but the shot is well over the bar.

30th minute: It’s been a difficult first half hour of World Cup football for Portugal, recording no shots on target; the Netherlands are beginning to take control of this match.

25th minute: The Dutch almost double their lead! Another corner, and this time Roord gets on the end of it with her head, but the powerful header is just over the bar. Portugal looking vulnerable from set pieces so far.

15th minute: VAR OVERTURNS THE DECISION, GOAL TO THE NETHERLANDS!!!! The referee goes to the monitor, and decides Roord was not interfering with the play, meaning the goal has been given and the Dutch take the lead!

WATCH IN USA:

IT STANDS!

Stefanie van der Gragt finds the back of the net and scores the first goal for Netherlands at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup 🇳🇱 pic.twitter.com/ubOFS2vmjN

— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) July 23, 2023

WATCH IN UK:

The decision is… goal ☑️

Netherlands have the lead!

Watch Netherlands v Portugal live on @BBCOne and @BBCiPlayer 📺 #FIFAWWC #NED #POR pic.twitter.com/l1BQxsPAYJ

— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 23, 2023

WATCH IN CANADA:

NETHERLANDS TAKE EARLY LEAD!

Initially called offside, the ref has given the goal for the Dutch upon further review.

It’s the earliest goal so far in the tournament.#FIFAWWC pic.twitter.com/7T7FjAg01Z

— TSN (@TSN_Sports) July 23, 2023

WATCH IN AUSTRALIA

Stefanie van der Gragt climbs high and smashes home for Netherlands 💥

A towering header from the Dutch centre-back.

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— Optus Sport (@OptusSport) July 23, 2023

13th minute: From the resulting corner, Stephanie van der Gragt head’s the ball home, but the lineswoman puts her flag up as Jill Roord is in an offside position. VAR is looking at it…

12th minute: The Dutch front pairing break through the Portugal defence, with Beerensteyn’s shot being crucially blocked by Costa.

10th minute: A tight opening period to this game as both teams look to figure each other out. No major chances for either side yet.

6th minute: Beerensteyn gets on the end of a Roord cross, but the striker is offside.

KICK OFF: The action begins in Dunedin, can Portugal cause a massive upset in their first ever World Cup match?

5 mins to kick off: The teams are out on the pitch, kick off is not far away!

8 minutes to kick off: The opening match of Group E was played yesterday, with the United States claiming a 3-0 win over Vietnam. The Netherlands will be hoping to match the scoreline before their crucial clash next match.

30 mins to kick off: The early match of the day has finished, with Sweden scoring a 90th minute winner to break the hearts of a spirited South Africa side in Group G.

35 mins to kick off: Portugal are in the building and getting ready for their most historic clash ever!

O primeiro 11 inicial de Portugal num Mundial Feminino está revelado! 🇵🇹🫡 #Navegadoras#NEDPOR | 0-0 | #FIFAWWC pic.twitter.com/XnLLcfXlBA

— Portugal (@selecaoportugal) July 23, 2023

55 mins to kick off: The line ups are in! Lineth Beerensteyn and Lieke Martens start up top looking to fill the Vivianne Miedema space in the team for the Netherlands, as they also opt for a back three. Portugal are playing in a solid 4-4-2 shape, with Diana Silva and Jessica Silva leading the line, with Dolores Silva captaining her country at their first ever World Cup match.

• Netherlands starting lineup (3-5-2): van Domselaar (GK) — Spitse, van der Gragt, Janssen — Pelova, Roord, van de Donk, Groenen, Brugts — Beerensteyn, Martens.

Leeuwinnen, the #FIFAWWC is 𝑯𝑬𝑹𝑬! 🦁#NEDPOR #TheOranjeBeat pic.twitter.com/aHZ8MDfAQG

— OranjeLeeuwinnen (@oranjevrouwen) July 23, 2023

• Portugal starting side (4-2-2): Pereira (GK) — Borges, Gomes, Costa, Amado —  T. Pinto, Dolores Silva, F. Pinto, Norton — J. Silva, Diana Silva

O primeiro 11 inicial de Portugal num Mundial Feminino está revelado! 🇵🇹🫡 #Navegadoras#NEDPOR | 0-0 | #FIFAWWC pic.twitter.com/XnLLcfXlBA

— Portugal (@selecaoportugal) July 23, 2023

2hrs from kick off: Hello and welcome to The Sporting News live coverage of this exciting Group E match between the Netherlands and Portugal. The Dutch will be looking to get off to a strong start knowing they face the USA in their next match, whilst Portugal are playing in their first ever World Cup match and would like nothing more than to cause the first major upset of the tournament!

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— OranjeLeeuwinnen (@oranjevrouwen) July 23, 2023

Netherlands vs Portugal lineups, team news

The Dutch have a big task on their hands in replacing the strike power of Vivianne Miedema, with the likes of Lineth Beerensteyn and Lieke Martins lacking the final product and efficiency of the Arsenal striker.

Lyon’s Danielle van de Donk will be the creative lynchpin of the team at the attacking midfield spot.

Netherlands starting lineup (3-5-2): van Domselaar (GK) — Spitse, van der Gragt, Janssen — Pelova, Roord, van de Donk, Groenen, Brugts — Beerensteyn, Martens.

Portugal will be led by inspirational captain Dolores Silva at the base of midfield, with Diana Silva and Jessica Silva providing the thrust in attack.

Portugal starting side (4-2-2): Pereira (GK) — Borges, Gomes, Costa, Amado —  T. Pinto, Dolores Silva, F. Pinto, Norton — J. Silva, Diana Silva

What time is Netherlands vs Portugal?

The Netherlands vs Portugal match at the Women’s World Cup will be played on July 23 at 7:30 p.m. local time at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin.

Date: Sunday, July 23

Time: 7:30 p.m. NZT (3:30 a.m. ET)

Here is the kick off times in regions around the world:

Timezone	Time
Australia (AEST)	5:30 p.m.
New Zealand (NZT)	7:30 p.m.
USA (ET)	3:30 a.m.
UK (BST)	8:30 a.m.
Singapore (SGT)	3:30 p.m.
Malaysia (MYT)	3:30 p.m.
Hong Kong (HKT)	3:30 p.m.
India (IST)	1:00 p.m.

Netherlands vs Portugal live stream, TV channel

Listed below are the broadcasting details for the Netherlands vs. Portugal match, including both TV and live stream options:

Country	Television	Streaming
Australia	Optus Sport	Optus Sport website/app
New Zealand	Sky Sports 1	Sky Sport NOW
USA	FS1, Telemundo	Peacock, Telemundo Desportes
Canada	TSN, RDS (French)	TSN+, RDS.ca (French)
UK	BBC One	BBC iPlayer
Singapore	Singtel	Singtel TV GO, MeWatch
Hong Kong	NOW Sports Prime	NOW Sports Prime
Malaysia	—	FIFA Plus
India	—	—