To watch every 2025/26 UEFA Champions League match you need to combine the competition’s official broadcast partners with key streaming services. In Europe, rights belong to Sky Sports, BT Sport, DAZN, Canal+ and national broadcasters. In the U.S., NBC, Peacock, Paramount+ and Apple TV+ share coverage, while free legal streams are limited to select public channels.
Official Broadcast Partners Worldwide
Europe
The tournament is aired on a network of long‑standing partners:
- Sky Sports – United Kingdom & Ireland
- BT Sport – United Kingdom
- DAZN – Germany, Italy, Spain
- Canal+ – France
- National broadcasters such as RTÉ (Ireland), RTBF (Belgium) and TV3 (Poland) provide live coverage.
Asia, Middle East & Africa
Key rights holders include Sony Sports Network and Star Sports across Asia, and beIN Sports for the Middle East and North Africa.
Americas
In North and South America, each market has its own arrangement, with major partners delivering both linear TV and streaming options.
United States Viewing Options
Cable & Satellite
NBC Sports broadcasts marquee matches on its linear channels, including NBC, USA Network and regional sports networks.
Streaming Services
- Peacock – Streams every live match and offers on‑demand replays.
- ESPN+ – Carries select early‑stage games.
- Apple TV+ – Features a limited pool of group‑stage fixtures.
Hybrid Packages
Paramount+ provides a “Champions League Pass” that bundles live streams of all matches, a library of past games and highlights.
United Kingdom & Ireland Options
BT Sport and Sky Sports
BT Sport holds primary rights, delivering all matches via its linear channels and the BT Sport app. Sky Sports secures exclusive fixtures, especially in later knockout rounds.
Streaming Alternatives
For cord‑cutters, Now TV (Sky’s streaming service) and the BT Sport online platform offer flexible month‑to‑month subscriptions.
European Streaming Platforms
Beyond traditional TV, several countries rely on streaming:
- DAZN – Germany, Italy, Spain
- Canal+ – France
- Viaplay and C More – Nordic markets
Free Legal Streaming Options
Fully free live streams are rare. Public broadcasters such as RTÉ (Ireland) and occasional highlights on the BBC provide limited coverage. UEFA’s YouTube channel offers match highlights and, in some territories, live “watch‑party” streams of less‑prominent fixtures.
What the Fragmented Landscape Means for Fans
The shift from single‑channel dominance to a multi‑platform ecosystem gives viewers flexibility but often requires multiple subscriptions and navigation of regional blackout rules. UEFA maximizes revenue by licensing to several partners, yet the combined cost can be a barrier for casual fans.
Bottom‑Line Checklist
- Check UEFA’s official “Where to Watch” page for your country’s broadcast partner.
- U.S. – Use Peacock for most live matches, Paramount+ for a full‑season pass, and NBC for marquee games.
- U.K. & Ireland – Primary source is BT Sport (or its app); Sky Sports and Now TV cover select fixtures.
- Europe – Look to DAZN, Canal+, Viaplay or your national broadcaster.
- Free options – Rely on public broadcasters like RTÉ or highlight reels on UEFA’s YouTube channel.
With the schedule live on streaming platforms and broadcast partners confirmed, there’s no excuse for missing a single moment of the 2025/26 Champions League drama. Choose the right mix of TV and streaming to stay glued to the action from the group stage through the final at Istanbul’s Atatürk Olympic Stadium.
