The Netherlands will look to take a step closer to reaching the 2026 World Cup on Thursday as they take on Group G strugglers Malta at the Ta'Qali National Stadium.
Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game as it happens, wherever you are in the world, and how to use a VPN if the match isn't available where you are.
Dutch head coach Ronald Koeman will be looking for an improvement from his team after September's international break saw them drop points on home turf against group rivals Poland with a 1-1 draw at De Kuip, before a nervy 3-2 away win over outsiders Lithuania.
The Oranje now face a Maltese team they comfortably brushed aside 8-0 in Groningen back in June. The hosts are currently bottom of the table having so far only accrued just two points via a pair of draws against the Lithuanians.
Malta takes on the Netherlands at the Ta'Qali National Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 9. Kickoff is set for 8:45 p.m. CEST local time. That makes it a 7:45 p.m. BST start in the UK, and a 2:45 p.m. ET or 11:45 a.m. PT kickoff in the US and Canada. For viewers in Australia, the game gets underway at 5:45 a.m. AEDT on Friday morning.
A brace from Memphis Depay helped the Netherlands to 1 2-3 away win over Lithuania back in September. Roy Lazet/Soccrates/Getty Images
Livestream the Malta vs. Netherlands match in the US
Today's game is available to watch in the US on Fubo Sports Network, the streaming platform's dedicated sports service.
Spanish-language service ViX also has the rights to show the game live in the US.
How to watch the Malta vs. Netherlands match online from anywhere using a VPN
If you're traveling abroad and want to keep up with all the World Cup qualifier action while away from home, a VPN can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming.
It encrypts your traffic and prevents your internet service provider from throttling your speeds, and can also be helpful when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks while traveling, adding an extra layer of protection for your devices and logins. VPNs are legal in many countries, including the US and Canada, and can be used for legitimate purposes such as improving online privacy and security.
However, some streaming services may have policies restricting VPN usage to access region-specific content. If you're considering a VPN for streaming, check the platform's terms of service to ensure compliance.
If you choose to use a VPN, follow the provider's installation instructions, ensuring you're connected securely and in compliance with applicable laws and service agreements. Some streaming platforms may block access when a VPN is detected, so verifying if your streaming subscription allows VPN usage is crucial.
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Livestream the Malta vs. Netherlands match in the UK
Amazon Prime Video is showing this World Cup qualifier clash live in the UK via pay-per-view.
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Livestream the Malta vs. Netherlands match in Australia
Football fans Down Under can watch this match on streaming service Stan Sport.
Stan Stan Sport Watch international soccer live in Australia from AU$32 a month Stan Sport will set you back AU$20 a month (on top of a Stan subscription, which starts at AU$12). It's also worth noting that the streaming service is currently offering a seven-day free trial. A subscription will also give you access to Premier League, Champions League and Europa League action, as well as international rugby and Formula E. See at Stan Sport
Livestream the Malta vs. Netherlands match in Canada
If you want to stream this game live in Canada, you'll need to subscribe to DAZN Canada.
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