How to live stream the 2024–25 UEFA Champions League
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.
- Enjoy the soccer!
Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
How to watch UEFA Champions League live streams for free
Ireland
RTÉ Player
Channels: RTÉ 2
Irish soccer fans can watch select 2024–25 UEFA Champions League football matches on Tuesdays through Ireland’s RTÉ Player. The free-to-air broadcaster will also show parts of the knockout stages, including the final on May 31, 2025. Check the broadcast schedule for RTÉ 2 to see which games are showing.
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—this includes the Champions League final on May 31, 2025.
Note: Check the broadcast schedule to see whether the games are available for streaming.
Watch 2024–25 UEFA Champions League live streams with free trials
United Kingdom
Discovery+
Price: 30 GBP/month
Channels: TNT Sports 1, TNT Ultimate
In the UK, British soccer fans can live stream every UEFA Champions League game by watching TNT Sports on Discovery+ (available on the streaming services Premium plan, which also includes a host of other leagues and sports on Eurosport). New subscribers can enjoy a 7-day free trial.
Note: You will need a UK payment method to subscribe.
United States
Paramount Plus
Price: 6 USD/month and up
Channels: CBS, CBS Sports Network
CBS holds broadcasting rights for the UEFA Champions League in the U.S and every match is available live to stream online via Paramount Plus, while select matches will air on CBS and the CBS Sports Network. Paramount Plus offers a 7-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, CBS Sports Network
YouTube TV will show select matches airing 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, CBS Sports Network
Fans in the U.S. can also live stream Champions League games throughout the season on Fubo, which carries the games airing on CBS and CBS Sports Network. Just be sure to check the channel guide to see which games are available to stream. A 7-day free trial is available.
Note: You will need a US credit card to subscribe to Fubo.
DirecTV Stream
Price: 95 USD/month and up
Channels: CBS, 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 select games throughout the tournament. If you only want to watch a specific game, try the 5-day free trial.
Note: You may need a U.S. credit/debit card to subscribe to DirecTV Stream.
Other ways to watch UEFA Champions League live streams
Australia
Stan Sport
Price: 10 AUD/month
Stan Sport is the best way for Aussie soccer fans to watch UEFA Champions League games throughout the 2024–25 season. The Australian streaming service also lets you watch every match of the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Europa Conference League in Australia.
Note: You may need an Australian payment method to subscribe.
Canada
DAZN
Price: 25 CAD/month or 200 CAD/year
Want to watch live streams of UEFA Champions League games in Canada? DAZN will carry every game 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.
United States
Hulu+Live TV
Price: 77 USD/month
Channels: CBS, CBS Sports Network
Hulu + Live TV does not offer a free trial, but it does have a live TV package for American fans that includes CBS and CBS Sports Network, which will air UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League games all season. Free trials are not available.
Can I use a VPN to watch the 2024–25 UEFA Champions League from another country?
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When will the 2024–25 UEFA Champions League start?
The 2024–25 UEFA Champions League begins with the qualifying games on July 9, 2024, and runs until the final on May 31, 2025.
2024–25 UEFA Champions League schedule
You can find the 2024–25 UEFA Champions League schedule below.
| Stage | Stage | Dates |
| Qualifiers | First qualifying round | July 9–10 and July 16–17, 2024 |
| Second qualifying round | July 23 and July 30, 2024 | |
| League stage | Matchday 1 | September 17–19, 2024 |
| Matchday 2 | October 1–2, 2024 | |
| Matchday 3 | October 22–23, 2024 | |
| Matchday 4 | November 5–6, 2024 | |
| Matchday 5 | November 26–27, 2024 | |
| Matchday 6 | December 10–11, 2024 | |
| Matchday 7 | January 21–22, 2025 | |
| Matchday 8 | January 29, 2025 | |
| Knockout stages | Knockout round play-offs | February 11–12 and February 18–19, 2025 |
| Round of 16 | March 4–5 and March 11–12, 2025 | |
| Quarter-finals | April 8–9 and April 15–16, 2025 | |
| Semi-finals | April 29–30 and May 6–7, 2025 | |
| Final | May 31, 2025 |
When is the draw for the 2024–25 UEFA Champions League?
| Round | Date |
| First qualifying round | June 18, 2024 |
| Second qualifying round | June 19, 2024 |
| Third qualifying round | July 22, 2024 |
| Play-offs | August 5, 2024 |
| League phase | August 29, 2024 |
| Knockout round play-offs | January 31, 2025 |
| Round of 16, quarter-final, semi-final | February 21, 2025 |
What teams are in the UEFA Champions League in 2024–25?
The league phase of the 2024–25 UEFA Champions League consists of 36 teams. Twenty-five teams secured their spots automatically based on their rankings in their respective domestic leagues. Additionally, the winners of last season’s Champions League and UEFA Europa League are guaranteed a place, which means if they qualify through their domestic league position, further teams will qualify through their performance in their respective domestic leagues.
Domestic qualifiers
| Country | Qualified teams |
| England (4 spots) | Man City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Aston Villa |
| Spain (4 spots) | Real Madrid, Barcelona, Girona, Atlético Madrid |
| Germany (4 spots) | Bayer Leverkusen, Stuttgart, Bayern Munich, RB Leipzig |
| Italy (4 spots) | Inter Milan, AC Milan, Juventus, Atalanta |
| France (3 spots) | Paris Saint-Germain, Monaco, Brest |
| Netherlands (2 spots) | PSV Eindhoven, Feyenoord |
| Portugal (1 spot) | Sporting |
| Belgium (1 spot) | Club Brugge |
| Scotland (1 spot) | Celtic |
| Austria (1 spot) | Sturm Graz |
| European Performance Spots (2 spots) | Bologna (Italy), Borussia Dortmund (Germany) |
| Champions League winner rebalancing (1 spot) | Shakhtar Donetsk (Ukraine) |
| Europa League winner rebalancing (1 spot) | Benfica (Portugal) |
Upcoming 2024–25–25 UEFA Champions League games to stream
Matchday 3
Real Madrid vs. AC Milan – Tuesday, November 5, 8 p.m. GMT / 3 p.m. ET
Liverpool vs. Bayer Leverkusen – Tuesday, November 5, 8 p.m. GMT / 3 p.m. ET
Inter Milan vs. Arsenal – Wednesday, November 6, 8 p.m. GMT / 3 p.m. ET
Check back for the latest UEFA Champions League games to live stream!
Recent UEFA Champions League winners
| Year | Winner |
| 2013–14 | Real Madrid (10th title) |
| 2014–15 | Barcelona (Fifth title) |
| 2015–16 | Real Madrid (11th title) |
| 2016–17 | Real Madrid (12th title) |
| 2017–18 | Real Madrid (13th title) |
| 2018–19 | Liverpool (Sixth title) |
| 2019–20 | Bayern Munich (Sixth title) |
| 2020–21 | Chelsea (Second title) |
| 2021–22 | Real Madrid (14th title) |
| 2022–23 | Manchester City (First title) |
| 2023–24 | Real Madrid (15th title) |
| 2024–25 | TBA |
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FAQ: About UEFA Champions League live streams
Should I use a free VPN to watch Champions League matches?
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Can I live stream UEFA Champions League for free?
Yes, select UEFA Champions League matches will air for free on ServusTV in Austria and on RTÉ Player in Ireland
What TV channel is the UEFA Champions League on?
The UEFA Champions League will air on RTE 2 in Ireland, ServusTV in Austria, CBS Sports Network (available via Youtube TV, Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and Hulu + Live TV) and Paramount Plus in the United States, TNT Sports (available through Discovery+) in the United Kingdom, DAZN in Canada, and Stan Sports in Australia.
Can I watch UEFA Champions League with an app?
Yes, viewers in Ireland can watch for free on the RTE Player app, while Austrian fans can watch free on the ServusTV app. United States viewers can watch UEFA Champions League matches on the official apps for Paramount Plus, YouTube TV, Fubo, DirecTV Stream, and Hulu. Discovery+ will air games in the United Kingdom. Additionally, fans can watch UEFA Champions League matches on the apps for DAZN in Canada and Stan Sports in Australia.
Can I watch the UEFA Champions League final on YouTube?
No, you cannot live stream the UEFA Champions League on YouTube. However, United States viewers can catch the match on CBS and the CBS Sports Network, which are available on YouTube TV. Free trials are available!
Where can I watch the highlights of UEFA Champions League?
Fans who want to watch highlights of UEFA Champions Leagues matches, goals, and best moments can visit the official YouTube channel for all this and more!
Who is the most successful UEFA Champions League team?
Real Madrid are the most successful team in the UEFA Champions League with 15 titles (1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1966, 1998, 2000, 2002, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2022, 2024).
Can I stream UEFA Champions League matches 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 watch UEFA Champions League matches on my phone or tablet?
Yes. ExpressVPN has apps for every major mobile device, including iOS and Android.
How can I watch UEFA Champions League matches on my TV with a VPN?
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— With MediaStreamer, ExpressVPN’s solution for devices that cannot install a VPN, such as Apple TV or gaming consoles. MediaStreamer only needs to be set up once, although it does not provide the full security benefits of a VPN. (Note that by connecting your Apple TV or gaming console to a router, you can get the best of both worlds!)
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I connected to the VPN but my internet speed is slow!
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— Download the latest version of ExpressVPN
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