The UEFA Champions League pits the best of Europe’s elite football clubs against each other for the ultimate prize in European football. Champion Manchester City (Premier League) won its first title in June 2023, marking a historic treble (Premier League title, FA Cup, and Champions League titles) for the English club. Expect fierce competition from the likes of Bayern Munich (Bundesliga), Barcelona and Real Madrid, PSG (Ligue 1), and more as the competition kicks off once more. Read on to learn how to watch UEFA Champions League live streams securely with a VPN.
How to live stream the 2023–24 Champions League from your country
You can watch a UEFA Champions League live stream with a VPN by following a few simple steps:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to the VPN server location that matches the broadcaster you want to watch. For example, Irish fans can connect to a secure server in Ireland to watch free streams of select Champions League games on RTÉ Player.
- Check the schedule of the broadcaster you want to watch, such as RTÉ Player (Ireland), and find the match you want to stream.
- Tune in and enjoy!
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
Can I use a VPN to watch Champions League games from another country?
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Best VPN for watching the Champions League
ExpressVPN is the best VPN for safely and securely streaming the entire 2023–24 Champions League season live. With next-gen 10-Gbps servers in locations around the world, you can enjoy the full privacy protections of a VPN without ever missing a game of Europe’s most exciting tournament. ExpressVPN has easy-to-use apps for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS, not to mention a range of ways to stream on your big-screen TV. If you need help along the way, ExpressVPN offers 24/7 live chat support and a risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee!
Where to watch Champions League live streams in your country for free
Ireland
RTÉ Player
Price: Free
Channels: RTÉ 2
Irish soccer fans can watch the English commentary of select Champions League football matches on Tuesdays through Ireland’s RTÉ Player.
Note: Only select games are available to live stream. Check the broadcast schedule here for RTÉ 2 on match day.
Austria
ServusTV
Price: Free
Austrian viewers are able to live stream select Champions League football matches for free (with commentary in German) through Austrian broadcaster ServusTV.
Note: Check the broadcast schedule to see whether the games are available for streaming.
Where to live stream UEFA Champions League games in your country on paid services
United States
Paramount Plus
Price: 6 USD/month and up
Channels: CBS and CBS Sports Network
CBS holds broadcasting rights for the UEFA Champions League in the U.S. Every match is available live via Paramount Plus, while select matches will air on CBS and the CBS Sports Network. Paramount Plus offers a seven-day free trial.
Note: You will need a US credit card to subscribe to Paramount Plus.
YouTube TV
Price: 73 USD/month and up
Channels: CBS and CBS Sports Network
YouTube TV will show select matches on CBS and the CBS Sports Network. YouTube TV also offers a free trial if you only want to watch a specific game.
Note: You will need a US credit card to subscribe to YouTube TV. If you don’t have one, subscribe through Google Pay instead.
Fubo
Price: 75 USD/month
Channels: CBS and CBS Sports Network
Live stream Champions League games throughout the season with Fubo, which carries both CBS and CBS Sports Network to watch the games.
Note: You will need a US credit card to subscribe to Fubo.
DirecTV Stream
Price: 95 USD/month and up
Channels: CBS and CBS Sports Network
Live stream UEFA Champions League games with DirecTV Stream by subscribing to its “Ultimate” package, which includes CBS and CBS Sports Network, showing games throughout the tournament. If you only want to watch a specific game, try the five-day free trial.
Note: You may need a U.S. credit/debit card to subscribe to DirecTV Stream.
How to watch a 2023–24 Champions League live stream in Canada
DAZN
Price: 25 CAD/month or 200 CAD/year
DAZN Canada is a great way to live stream UEFA Champions League games throughout the competition. However, bear in mind that DAZN no longer offers a free trial.
Note: You may need a Canadian credit/debit card and postal code (e.g., G1X 2W1, V9N 9C5) to subscribe to DAZN Canada. If you don’t have one, subscribe via PayPal instead. Keep in mind that your DAZN subscription will be locked to Canada and cannot be changed to another country, even when traveling.
How to watch a Champions League live stream in the UK
Discovery+
Price: 30 GBP/month and up (Premium plan)
Channels: TNT Sports 1, TNT Sports 2, TNT Sports 3, TNT Sports 4
British fans can live stream UEFA Champions League matches on TNT Sports, available in the UK through Discovery+’s Premium plan, along with Eurosport and a host of entertainment channels. Along with live coverage, viewers get full match replays and extended highlights.
Live stream the Champions League online in India
SonyLIV
Price: 300 INR/month or 1,000 INR/year
SonyLIV has the rights to broadcast UEFA Champions League matches in India. Matches are available to stream via the SonyLIV app and website.
Note: You need an Indian credit card to subscribe to SonyLIV.
Watch 2023–24 UEFA Champions League highlights
YouTube
Head to the UEFA YouTube channel for the latest Champions League highlights as well as classic matches, interviews, and much more.
When are Champions League matches played?
The UEFA Champions League runs alongside each country’s national league, so games are always played mid-week. Matches are played Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 12:55 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time (U.S.).
Event | Date |
Qualifying | June 27, 2023–August 15, 2023 |
Play-off round | August 22–30, 2023 |
Group stage | September 19–December 13, 2023 |
Round of 16 | February 13–March 13, 2024 |
Quarterfinals | April 9–17, 2024 |
Semifinals | April 30–May 8, 2024 |
Final | June 1, 2024 |
Leave your predictions for the 2023-24 season below, and remember to tune in with your VPN!
All dates are provisional and subject to change by UEFA.
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FAQ: UEFA Champions League
When is the UEFA Champions League final?
The 2022–23 UEFA Champions League final will be held on June 10, 2023, at Istanbul’s Atatürk Olympic Stadium.
What time is the UEFA Champions League draw?
The 2022–23 Champions League group-stage draw takes place on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at 12 p.m. ET. Twenty-six teams gained automatic qualification for the group stage via their 2021/22 league position, while six more teams qualified via the playoffs. The round of 16 draw will take place on November 7, 2022, at 6 a.m. ET in Nyon, Switzerland.
When does the UEFA Champions League start?
The group stage kicks off September 6–7, 2022.
Who won the 2021–22 UEFA Champions League?
Real Madrid defeated Liverpool 1-0 in the 2021–22 UEFA Champions League final thanks to a goal from Vinícius Júnior in the 59th minute. It was Real Madrid’s 14th Champions League title—the most of any side in Europe.
Can I stream sports on my computer?
Definitely. If you’re accessing the streaming service from a web browser, be sure to also install the ExpressVPN extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. The extension has a few features under the hood that can smooth out common streaming issues.
Can I stream sports on my phone or tablet?
Yes. ExpressVPN has apps for every major mobile device, including iOS and Android.
How can I stream on my TV with a VPN?
In brief there are five different ways to stream sports on your TV with ExpressVPN:
- With the native app for a smart TV or streaming device
- By streaming on your computer and connecting to the TV with an HDMI cable
- By mirroring or casting wirelessly to your TV or streaming device from your computer or mobile device
- By connecting to an ExpressVPN-enabled router, which allows for unlimited devices and makes it super simple to connect to different server locations simultaneously
- With MediaStreamer, ExpressVPN’s solution for devices that cannot install a VPN, such as some streaming consoles and gaming consoles. MediaStreamer only needs to be set up once, although it does not provide the full security benefits of a VPN.
For more information on all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your big-screen TV, click here or contact a 24/7 Support agent for step-by-step instructions.
I connected to the VPN but my internet speed is slow
If your internet speed is slow or your streaming seems to lag, there are a few possible reasons:
-The distance of your selected VPN server location from your physical location
-Your connection type (wired connections are more reliable than wireless connections)
-Suboptimal interconnectivity between the VPN and your ISP
-Slow internet connection speed at your location
-Your device type and processing power
Try each of the following steps to troubleshoot:
-Download the latest version of ExpressVPN
-Connect to a different VPN server location
-Change your VPN protocol
If you try each of the above and are still experiencing issues with your streaming speed, contact the ExpressVPN Support Team 24/7 and someone will be with you in seconds.