How to watch today's Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano LaLiga game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Real Madrid must shrug off midweek Champions League disappointment when they host struggling Rayo Vallecano in LaLiga.

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

	USA	Fubo USA
	UK	Premier Sports
	Australia	beIN Sports Australia
	Canada	TSN+
	India	FanCode
	South / Sub-Saharan Africa	SuperSport
	Malaysia	beIN Sports Malaysia
	Middle East	beIN Sports MENA

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 NordVPN, 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.

How to watch and live stream Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano for free

If you're planning to watch the game from the United States, new USA Network customers can access it with a free five-day trial. 

Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano kick-off time

Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano kicks off on 1 Feb 2026 at 08:00 EST and 13:00 GMT.

Match preview

Real Madrid come into this LaLiga clash after a staggering 4-2 defeat to Benfica in the Champions League, where they conceded a 98th-minute goal to Benfica's goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin.

Los Blancos must now navigate a two-legged knockout round to qualify for the round of 16. Now, however, their focus will be the LaLiga title race, where they trail arch rivals Barcelona by a point, although that gap will be four points if Barca beat Elche on Saturday. 

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Injury news, key stats

Trent Alexander-Arnold is nearing a return but won't be available here for Madrid. Ferland Mendy, Antonio Rudiger and Eder Militao are all out. 

Four of the last five league meetings between these sides have been drawn. 

Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappé has scored the opener 21 times in La Liga since the start of last season, the most of any player across Europe’s top-five leagues in that period. 

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Team news & squads

Form

Head-to-Head Record

Standings

Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano today

NordVPN

1. Download & Install: Sign up to NordVPN 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 belongs 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.