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How to watch and live stream UEFA Champions League football in 2025

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The UEFA Champions League is the most elite competition in European and world football, bringing together the best of the best from England, Italy, Spain, Germany and more.

Paris Saint-Germain broke their Champions League duck by routing Inter Milan 5-0 in the finals to lift their first-ever trophy. It ended a long wait under their new ownership as Luis Enrique proved his coaching credentials yet again as his side won a sensational continental treble. However, the new season is just around the corner, and teams will be out to snatch PSG's crown. Watch European giants like Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Liverpool, and Manchester City take on each other in the expanded Champions League.

So, if you're looking to watch Champions League football, GOAL has you covered.

What UK TV channel has UEFA Champions League TV rights?

TNT Sports are the official broadcast rights holders to the UEFA Champions League on UK television, as well as in Ireland too.

Formerly 'BT Sport', TNT Sports not only offers high definition coverage of top European football, but also a flexible range of options

All games across all UEFA-run competitions are shown live on TNT Sports, including the UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League and UEFA Super Cup.

Sports fans for more comprehensive coverage may, however, be interested in the offerings from both Sky TV and Virgin Media, both of which offer access to TNT Sports channels through their service.

Online streaming giant Amazon Prime Video ventured into the world of European football. They will broadcast one match per week of the upcoming season.

Upcoming Champions League TV schedule

Currently, the qualifiers are ongoing for the new Champions League season. Champions from 28 countries, including 53 teams, are fighting for seven spots to join the competition proper. The qualifiers are available on BBC iPlayer, Premier Sports 1 and the BBC Sports website.

The league phase draw will take place on 28 August 2025, followed by the release of the official schedule.

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The best TV packages to watch UEFA Champions League Soccer in 2025

There are various other ways of watching the next big UEFA Champions League match on TNT Sport. So let's take a look at the options available to you to watch:

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    There are a total of four main TNT Sports channels - TNT Sports 1, 2, 3 and 4 - and along with their UEFA Champions League coverage, you can also find more football including games in the Premier League, Serie A and the French League 1.

    Outside of their live coverage of the Champions League, TNT Sports is also home to plenty of other live sport including rugby, UFC and all the action from the WWE.

    RELATED: The best TNT Sports deals and offers for the 2023-24 football season

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    You watch TNT Sports by adding the service to your existing Sky package.

    Sky Sports own the rights to the vast majority of Premier League matches with 128 live games shown throughout the course of the season.

    Adding TNT Sports and their coverage of the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League and Conference League will cost existing Sky customers an additional £25 per month.

    Outside of their football coverage, sports including F1, NBA and NFL are all shown live to those with Sky Sports subscription.

    RELATED: The best Sky Sports deals and offers for the 2023-24 football season

  • Virgin Media laptopGetty Images / GOALFind the best deals

    While Virgin Media don't own rights to any football themselves, they do offer a way to watch both TNT Sports and Sky Sports.

    Currently, TNT Sports is available with a subscription to Virgin Media's Maxit TV, Full House TV and VIP bundles.

    RELATED: The best Virgin Media sports deals and offers for the 2023-24 football season

  • In the not-too-distant past, Amazon was once the home of LALIGA TV.

    When Viaplay entered became the LaLiga's OTT streaming service

    You can, however, still stream live the latest La Liga match on Amazon Prime Video. Viaplay is available as one the many Amazon Prime Video channels but still requires an additional £14.99 per month Viaplay subscription to watch La Liga.

  • Do I still get TNT Sports free with my BT broadband?

    Yes. BT broadband customers have access to TNT Sports in standard definition.

    Is TNT Sports the same as BT Sport?

    BT Sport officially announced their rebrand to TNT Sports in July 2023.

    Is there a contract free way to watch UEFA Champions League football?

    The BT Sport Monthly Pass, which offered customers a contract free way to watch the service, has had a revamp. Rolling 30 day access is now available via discovery+ Premium.

    For further details on discovery+ Premium click the link below.

    I have Virgin Media. Where can I find TNT Sports channels on my TV?

    TNT Sports 1 HD - Channel 527 | TNT Sports 2 HD - Channel 528 | TNT Sports 3 HD - Channel 529 | TNT Sports 4 HD - Channel 530 | TNT Sports Ultimate - Channel 531

    I have Sky Sports. Where can I find TNT Sports channels on my TV?

    TNT Sports 1 HD - Channel 413 | TNT Sports 2 HD - Channel 414 |TNT Sports 3 HD - Channel 417 | TNT Sports 4 HD - Channel 423 | TNT Sports Ultimate - Channel 493 (4K)

    Do TNT Sports have an app where I can stream football?

    At the moment, all TNT Sports channels are available with the BT Sport app. Fans with the BT Sport app are likely to notice a TNT rebrand in the near future.

    Can I watch the BT Sport app on my TV?

    As well as being available direct to those with a Samsung Smart TV, the BT Sport app can be access via a number of devices - from Apple TV and the Amazon Fire Stick, to gaming consoles like the Playstation and Xbox.

    If you are choosing to live stream TNT Sports online, it is of course recommended to have a strong internet connection.

    What TV package is best for other European football?

    Outside of the English Premier League, coverage of matches in the other of the top five European leagues are shown live across a variety of broadcasters.

    LeagueTV Rights Holders
    Serie ATNT Sports
    BundesligaSky Sports
    Ligue 1TNT Sports
    La LigaViaplay

    Will the Champions League final be free on YouTube?

    Previous UEFA Champions League finals have been broadcast in the UK free of charge on the BT Sport YouTube channel. As yet, it remains to be seen whether that promotion will continue under the new TNT Sports brand.

    When is the 2024 UEFA Champions League final?

    The 2024 UEFA Champions League final will take place on Saturday June 1 2024.

    Where is the 2024 UEFA Champions League final being held?

    The 2024 UEFA Champions League final is being held at Wembley Stadium in London, which would offer any prospective English club who may reach the final a 'home advantage'.

    Where can I find the latest UEFA Champions League news?

    For all the latest Champions League news, head to GOAL's UEFA Champions League landing page.

    Where can I watch UEFA Champions League highlights?

    UEFA Champions League highlights will be available to watch and live stream after each matchday on the TNT Sports website, the TNT Sports YouTube channel and the still-named BT Sport app.

    Which English teams have won the UEFA Champions League?

    Manchester City's win in Istanbul last season made them the sixth English team to win the UEFA Champions League / European Cup. They joined a list that includes Liverpool (6), Manchester United (3), Chelsea (2), Nottingham Forest (2) and Aston Villa (1).

    When is the next UEFA Champions League game on UK TV?

    To find the latest UEFA Champions League schedule, you can head to GOAL.com's UEFA Champions League on TV - Schedule & TV Coverage page.