The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2011 Germany kicks off on Sunday, July 17th with sixteen of the world’s best women’s soccer team vying for the coveted tournament title. With hosts Germany favored for win their third title in succession, perennial powers USA in good form and the likes of Brazil, Norway, Sweden and England always competitive, this year’s Women’s World Cup may be the most intriguing yet.
Ellyse Perry of Australia. Image via FIFA.com.
For those of you planning to catch some or all of the action, here is the full tournament schedule including ESPN’s TV and web streaming listings for the United States. Match highlights will be available at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Germany 2011 official website.
2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup Groupings
Group A
Group B
Group C
Group D
1 Germany
1 Japan
1 USA
1 Brazil
2 Canada
2 New Zealand
2 Korea DPR
2 Australia
3 Nigeria
3 Mexico
3 Colombia
3 Norway
4 France
4 England
4 Sweden
4 Equatorial Guinea
2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup Schedule — All matches on ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN3.com in the USA