Puerto Rico and Poland close out Group B at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup on Friday, October 23, with kickoff at 11:00 AM ET (10:00 AM CT / 8:00 AM PT). In the United States, the match streams live and free in Spanish on Telemundo Deportes’ YouTube channel.
There is no English-language U.S. coverage. Poland need a result to make sure of a Round of 16 place, while Puerto Rico need a win to keep any hope alive.
| Match | Puerto Rico vs Poland |
| Date | Friday, October 23, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 11:00 AM ET / 10:00 AM CT / 8:00 AM PT |
| Competition | FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2026, Group B |
| U.S. TV | None |
| U.S. Stream | Telemundo Deportes on YouTube, free (Spanish) |
| Venue | Mohammed VI Football Complex (Pitch 2), Sale, Morocco |
Where to Watch Puerto Rico vs Poland
Telemundo Deportes streams the match live and free on its official YouTube channel, one of 19 group-stage matches the network is showing exclusively on that platform in Spanish. Coverage starts at 10:45 AM ET, 15 minutes before kickoff.
There is no Spanish-language television broadcast in the United States, and the match is not on Telemundo or Universo. The YouTube stream is the Spanish coverage, and no subscription is required to watch it.
There is no English-language U.S. broadcast of this match. FOX Sports holds the tournament’s English rights, but no FS1, FS2, Fox Soccer Plus or FOX One listing carries Puerto Rico vs Poland.
The free Spanish stream on Telemundo Deportes’ YouTube channel is the only confirmed U.S. option.
Match Preview
Korea DPR have won Group B with a match to spare, taking six points from two games and scoring 12 goals. The defending champions are already through to the Round of 16.
Poland and Nigeria are level on three points behind them, with Nigeria holding the better goal difference. Nigeria face Korea DPR at the same time on Friday, on Pitch 1.
A win puts Poland on six points and makes sure of their Round of 16 place. A draw takes them to four points and leaves them watching the third-place table if Nigeria win.
Puerto Rico are bottom with no points and no goals. Anything less than a win ends their tournament, and even a win would leave them needing heavy help from the other groups.
The top two in each group reach the Round of 16, along with the four best third-placed teams. Third place can be enough, but second removes the doubt.
Recent Form
Puerto Rico’s debut was a harsh lesson. Korea DPR beat them 6-0 on Saturday, October 17, scoring five times in the first half, with Yu Jong Hyang and Kim Won Sim scoring twice each.
Tuesday brought improvement without reward. Puerto Rico fell 2-0 to Nigeria, but they recorded 14 shots, nine more than in their opener, and Mía Colón’s eighth-minute chance was the game’s clearest.
Oluwakemi Adegbuyi put Nigeria ahead in the 25th minute, and substitute Precious Oscar sealed the result in stoppage time. Puerto Rico are still waiting for their first World Cup goal.
Poland opened with a 2-1 win over Nigeria. Wiktoria Skrzypczak converted a 33rd-minute penalty, Natalia Skrok added a second at 65 minutes, and Oluebube Umejiaku’s late reply could not change the result.
The second match was a reality check. Korea DPR beat Poland 6-1 on Tuesday, and Nicola Galuszka’s goal just after half time was their only reply.
Team News
Puerto Rico coach Andres Mirabelli has pointed to slow starts in both matches, with his side behind early in each game and better after half time, without finding a goal.
Captain Camila Adame is available again. She left the opener injured after 24 minutes, then returned off the bench against Nigeria, coming on for the final half hour.
Caroline Rivera has been Puerto Rico’s brightest player. Against Nigeria she completed all four dribbles she attempted and won 10 duels, matching the best mark in her team.
Poland coach Paulina Kawalec leads a side back at the World Cup after a debut run to the quarterfinals in 2024. Poland qualified this time by beating England 2-0 in a European play-off.
Zofia Burzan is the player to watch in Poland’s midfield. She scored all four of Poland’s goals at the European championship and both goals in that play-off win over England.
Key Storylines
A first goal would make history. Puerto Rico are the first team from their country at any level to play a FIFA World Cup. A first goal on Friday writes a line in their record books.
Poland must answer the 6-1. Tuesday’s heavy defeat cost Poland goal difference and momentum. A controlled win restores both and ends the argument about their place.
Two pitches, one table. Nigeria and Korea DPR play at the same time next door, and every goal there changes what Poland and Puerto Rico need. The group will be settled minute by minute.
FAQ
Can I watch Puerto Rico vs Poland in English?
No. There is no English-language broadcast in the United States. The confirmed U.S. coverage is the free Spanish-language stream on Telemundo Deportes’ YouTube channel, with coverage starting at 10:45 AM ET.
Is Puerto Rico vs Poland free to watch?
Yes, in Spanish. Telemundo Deportes streams it live and free on its official YouTube channel, and no subscription is required. There is no English-language option, free or paid, in the United States.
