Rio Olympics 2016: USWNT vs. New Zealand time, TV info and story lines
Even though the Opening Ceremony for the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics isn't until Friday, the Games of the XXXI Olympiad officially get underway Wednesday..
For American fans, what better way to kick off the Olympics than with the U.S. women's national soccer team's first game?
Here's everything you need to know as the Americans begin their quest for a fourth consecutive Olympic gold:
Who: U.S. women's national soccer team vs. New Zealand
What: Winners of the past three gold medals, the USWNT opens the 2016 Olympics with a group match against New Zealand.
Where: Mineirão Stadium, Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. ET
How to watch: NBCSN or on NBCSports.com/Live Extra app and NBCOlympics.com
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