{
  "id": 6269231,
  "title": "How to watch Champions League 2026/27 — TV guide, channels, fixture list",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/08/how-to-watch-champions-league-2026-27-tv-guide-channels-fixture-list",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-08T11:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/entertainment/sports/how-to-watch-champions-league-2026-27"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Champions League 2026/27 is set to captivate European football fans with its thrilling matches and intense rivalries. Paris Saint-Germain, already two-time defending champions, are aiming to become the second team in modern history to win three consecutive titles, following Real Madrid's feat between 2014 and 2016. Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid, after a couple of disappointing seasons, are eager to reclaim their dominance, while arch-rivals Barcelona prioritize winning European glory once again. Harry Kane and Bayern Munich look to add another European trophy to their impressive collection, while Arsenal, who were previously eliminated by PSG, strive to make a statement in the competition.\n\nEngland's top four clubs - Manchester City, Manchester United, Aston Villa, and Liverpool - are all in the mix, vying for a spot among the elite. Meanwhile, smaller teams like Como, LASK, Sabah, and Viking are making their debut in the Champions League league phase/group stage, hoping to prove their mettle on the grand stage.\n\nFor viewers, there are various options to watch the UCL action. In Ireland, the tournament is available for free on RTE Player and Virgin Media Play, while Turkey can catch it on TRT and Belgium on RTBF Auvio. However, not every game will be accessible via these channels. Travelers abroad can still watch the matches for free using a VPN, such as NordVPN, which offers fast speeds, reliable customer service, and robust security features.",
  "summary": "The 2026/27 Champions League season is bigger than ever — and you can watch every game live online. Here's our guide to watching UCL live streams from anywhere.",
  "key_points": [
    "2026/27 Champions League to captivate European football fans",
    "PSG aiming for third consecutive title, following 2014-2016 feat",
    "Various channels available for UCL viewing, including RTE Player"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}