How to Watch the 2026 IIHF Women's World Championship
A Global Hockey Celebration in Denmark
The 2026 IIHF Women's World Championship officially begins in Denmark on 6 November. Running until 16 November, the tournament once again focuses on the fierce rivalry between the United States and Canada. These two nations have dominated the sport, winning all 24 world championships held since 1990. The only exception occurred in 2019, when Finland reached the final but was ultimately defeated by the United States.
Fans will see stars such as Hilary Knight, Caroline Harvey, and Megan Keller for Team USA, alongside Canadian leaders Sarah Fillier, Ann-Renée Desbiens, and Sophie Jaques. Despite the dominance of the "Big Two," eyes are on the Swiss team, led by Alina Müller, to provide a surprise. The Swiss squad’s confidence is bolstered by their bronze medal performance at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.
Where and How to Watch
Broadcasting rights vary by region. In the United States, matches are available via the NHL Network, while Canadian fans can tune in through TSN channels and its streaming platform. In countries without an official broadcaster, such as the UK and Australia, fans can purchase an IIHF.TV "Game Pass" for approximately 22 euros to watch every match.
In several European countries, fans have access to free broadcasts. German viewers can use MagentaTV, Danish fans can watch via DRTV, Austrian viewers have ORF On, Czech fans have ČT Sport, and Swedish viewers can use SVT Play to follow their national teams. Broadcasters in Denmark, Germany, and Sweden have confirmed that the final match will be available for free, regardless of which teams compete for the title.
Technical Details and Schedule
If you are abroad and wish to access your home country’s free streaming service, you may need a VPN to adjust your digital location. The tournament schedule is packed: the group stage runs from 6 to 11 November, followed by the quarter-finals on 13 November. The semi-finals are set for 15 November, with the championship winner to be crowned on 16 November.
While information regarding direct broadcasts in Georgia is limited, fans can track results and highlights through the official IIHF social media channels on X, Instagram, and YouTube. This championship offers another opportunity to witness world-class hockey and see if European teams can finally break the North American hegemony.