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Mexico and Germany square off in group play on Thursday, with El Tri looking to defend their Olympic gold. Mexico won the tournament in London in 2012, defeating Brazil in the final. Germany have never medaled in Olympic soccer since unifying as a single nation, with their best finish coming in 1980 when East Germany finished with silver.
Looking for a live stream of Soccer at the Rio Olympics? There are a number of different options available, depending on where you live.
Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. Eastern, and can be seen in the US on USA Network. Here’s a complete rundown of all your available live streaming options:
If You’re in the United States & Don’t Have a Cable Log-in
Desktop
Users without a cable or satellite subscription can watch USA Network’s live stream online via Sling TV, an online streaming service that provides access to select channels for a monthly fee.
Here’s how to sign up for a free 7-day trial:
1) Click here to go to the Sling TV website
2) Click on “Watch Now 7 Days Free”
3) Create an account
4) Select the channel package or packages you want. Make sure to include “Sling Blue,” which includes USA Network
5) Enter your payment information. If you cancel your subscription within seven days of signing up, you will not be charged
6) Download the app for your computer to start watching
Mobile & Other Devices
If you have a Sling TV subscription (read above to learn how to start a free trial), you can watch USA Network’s coverage on the Sling TV app, which is free to download in the following places:
App Store (or Apple TV)
Amazon App Store (or Amazon Fire TV)
You can click here for a complete list of devices compatible with the Sling TV app.
If you’re in the United States & Do Have a Cable Log-in
Desktop
Users can watch live coverage online via NBCOlympics.com, starting at 4 p.m. ET.
To access this stream, authentication is required, meaning you will have to enter the username/email address and password–either yours or of someone you know–for a cable or satellite subscription.
Mobile & Other Devices
Users can watch a live stream via the NBC Sports app, which can be downloaded for free in the following locations:
As is the case on desktop, authentication is required, meaning you will have to enter the username/email address and password–either yours or of someone you know–for a cable or satellite subscription.
If You’re in Canada
Desktop
Users can watch live coverage online via Olympics.CBC.ca.
To access this stream, authentication is required, meaning you will have to enter the username/email address and password–either yours or of someone you know–for a cable or satellite subscription.
Mobile & Other Devices
Users can watch a live stream via the CBC Rio 2016 app, which can be downloaded for free in the following locations:
As is the case on desktop, authentication is required, meaning you will have to enter the username/email address and password–either yours or of someone you know–for a cable or satellite subscription.
If You’re in the UK
Desktop
Users can watch live coverage online via BBC.com.
To access this stream, authentication is required, meaning you will have to enter the username/email address and password–either yours or of someone you know–for a cable or satellite subscription.
You can click here for more UK live stream information, including everything you need to know about coverage on Red Button.
Mobile & Other Devices
Users can watch a live stream via the BBC Sport app, which can be downloaded for free in the following locations:
XBox One (BBC iPlayer)
As is the case on desktop, authentication is required, meaning you will have to enter the username/email address and password–either yours or of someone you know–for a cable or satellite subscription.
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Mexico vs. Germany Live Stream: How to Watch Olympic Soccer Online