How to watch today's Real Espana vs Los Angeles FC CONCACAF Champions Cup game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Real Espana will aim to strike first when they host the heavily favored Los Angeles FC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup first round tie in San Pedro Sula.

Here is where to find English-language live streams of Real Espana vs Los Angeles FC, as GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game today.

	USA	Fubo USA
	Australia	Paramount+
	Canada	Fubo Canada
	India	FanCode
	South / Sub-Saharan Africa	ESPN Africa

How to watch anywhere with a VPN

If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.

A VPN, such as ExpressVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. Click here for a step-by-step guide or, alternatively, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.

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Real Espana vs Los Angeles FC kick-off time

CONCACAF Champions Cup - CONCACAF Champions Cup

Estadio Francisco Morazan

Real Espana and Los Angeles FC will kick-off at Feb 17, 2026, 10:00 PM EST and 03:00 GMT.

Match Preview

Real Espana will be eager to extend their impressive unbeaten streak, remaining undefeated in their last six Liga Nacional matches with four wins and two draws.

As Honduran champions, they will rely heavily on home advantage at Estadio Francisco Morazán to secure a crucial first-leg edge against the formidable Los Angeles FC. 

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Los Angeles, meanwhile, have been sharpening their form through preseason friendlies ahead of the 2026 MLS season and CONCACAF Champions Cup, securing one win and two draws in their recent outings. 

The Black and Gold enter as clear favorites, boasting a high-caliber squad and strong continental experience that positions them strongly to claim victory in this matchup. 

Injuries, key stats

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Real Espana have no reported major injuries or suspensions impacting their squad for the first-leg matchup against Los Angeles.

However, Marc Dos Santos' Los Angeles will be without several key players due to long-term injuries, including Aaron Long, Igor Jesus and Jacob Shaffelburg.

This will be the first-ever meeting between Espana and Los Angeles.

Espana have a mixed historical record against MLS clubs in the CONCACAF Champions Cup/Champions League, with one win, two draws, and two losses across their previous five encounters with U.S. teams.

Team news & squads

Real Espana vs Los Angeles FC lineups

Real Espana

4-1-4-1

Formation

4-2-3-1

LAF

22

L. Lopez

28

C. Mejia

19

D. Aparicio

4

J. Capeluto

6

D. Garcia

5

F. Flores

10

J. Benavidez

7

G. Ritacco

14

J. Jean-Baptiste

11

E. Hernandez

30

D. Sayago

1

H. Lloris

91

N. Tafari

4

E. Segura

14

S. Palencia

5

R. Porteous

46

S. Eustaquio

99

D. Bouanga

30

D. Martinez

8

M. Delgado

11

T. Tillman

7

H. Son

4-2-3-1

LAF

RES

-Line up

• 22

  L. Lopez

• 28

  C. Mejia

  89’

• 19

  D. Aparicio

• 4

  J. Capeluto

  23’

• 6

  D. Garcia

• 5

  F. Flores

• 10

  J. Benavidez

• 7

  G. Ritacco

  46’

• 14

  J. Jean-Baptiste

  51’

  73’

• 11

  E. Hernandez

  46’

• 30

  D. Sayago

Substitutes

• 20

  C. Romero

• 18

  D. Vuelto

  73’

• 12

  N. Cruz

  46’

• 21

  D. Palacios

  89’

• 36

  R. Osorto

• 44

  A. Tatum

  46’

• 23

  R. Lopez

• 16

  E. Arzu

• 8

  A. Garcia

  23’

• 54

  M. Arana

• 58

  J. Palacios

• 26

  J. Rodriguez

Manager

• J. Campos

LAF

-Line up

• 1

  H. Lloris

• 91

  N. Tafari

• 4

  E. Segura

• 14

  S. Palencia

  75’

• 5

  R. Porteous

• 46

  S. Eustaquio

  62’

• 99

  D. Bouanga

  3’, 24’, 71’

  82’

• 30

  D. Martinez

  11’

  62’

• 8

  M. Delgado

• 11

  T. Tillman

  39’

• 7

  H. Son

  22’

  62’

Substitutes

• 29

  A. Smolyakov

• 12

  T. Hasal

• 22

  J. Terry

• 66

  M. Choiniere

  62’

• 70

  M. Evans

  82’

• 31

  C. Carter

• 27

  N. Ordaz

  62’

• 19

  T. Boyd

  62’

• 24

  R. Hollingshead

  75’

• 21

  R. Raposo

Manager

• M. Dos Santos

Form

Head-to-Head Record

Standings

Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Real Espana vs Los Angeles FC today

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1. Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
2. Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
3. Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
4. Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.

How to watch on the Big Screen

Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belong on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:

• Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
• Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.

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