Where to watch Boston College vs. Northwestern women's lacrosse: Channel, live stream, time for NCAA semifinal

An ongoing rivalry will be reignited as No. 2 Boston College and No. 3 Northwestern meet in the NCAA women's lacrosse tournament semifinals this weekend.

Boston College (19-2) has remained a superpower this season after winning the title in 2024, going undefeated through April until meeting North Carolina. The Golden Eagles were able to beat Northwestern in February, but all bets are off when it comes to the Final Four. 

In similar fashion, Northwestern (18-2) has stayed dominant despite losing the championship to the Golden Eagles by one goal last May. The Wildcats have had two losses all season, one to North Carolina and again to Boston College. 

Will BC be able to eliminate Northwestern again, or will the Wildcats avenge their title loss?

Here's everything you need to know about Boston College vs. Northwestern, including TV channel and streaming options for the NCAA tournament semifinal matchup.

Where to watch Boston College vs. Northwestern women's lacrosse: TV channel, live stream

• TV channel: ESPNU
• Live stream: Fubo, ESPN+

The semifinal game between Boston College and Northwestern will air live on ESPNU. Cord-cutters can also stream the game on Fubo or ESPN+.

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Boston College vs. Northwestern women's lacrosse start time

• Date: Friday, May 23
• Time: 5:30 p.m. ET

The second semifinal between Boston College and Northwestern is slated to begin at 5:30 p.m. ET on Friday, May 23. 

The game will be played at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. 

NCAA women's lacrosse schedule 2025

Semifinals

Finals