Guide · Last checked 7 November 2026
Where to Watch Football in the UK 2026/27: TV, Streaming & Betting Apps
Every major competition’s UK TV channels for 2026/27, what you can watch for free, and which betting apps let you watch or follow a game while you bet in-play.
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Quick answer: In the UK, live Premier League football is on Sky Sports (at least 215 games) and TNT Sports (52), with free highlights on the BBC. The Champions League is on TNT Sports and Amazon Prime Video, and the EFL is on Sky Sports and Sky Sports+, with some free Championship games on ITV. Betting apps can’t stream the Premier League, Champions League or EFL in the UK, but several stream overseas leagues such as La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga, and almost all show a live match tracker and stats while you bet in-play.
Where to watch each competition (2026/27)
| Competition | Live on UK TV | Free to watch | On betting apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | Sky Sports (at least 215 games), TNT Sports (52 games, including the Saturday 12:30) | BBC highlights on Match of the Day and iPlayer | No UK streams. In-play markets with match trackers |
| Champions League | TNT Sports (most games), Amazon Prime Video (17 Tuesday games) | BBC and TNT Sports YouTube highlights | No UK streams. In-play markets with match trackers |
| Europa and Conference League | TNT Sports | Highlights only | Some apps stream selected games |
| FA Cup | BBC (14 games, including the final), TNT Sports (at least 40) | BBC live games and highlights | No |
| EFL (Championship, League One, League Two) | Sky Sports and Sky Sports+ (more than 1,000 games) | ITV (10 Championship games), Sky Sports app highlights | No |
| Carabao Cup | Sky Sports (all 93 games) | ITV (10 games, including the final) | No |
| Scottish Premiership | Sky Sports (60 games), Premier Sports (22) | BBC highlights | No |
| Women’s Super League | Sky Sports | BBC (21 live games), selected games on YouTube | No |
| England men | ITV | ITV | No |
| La Liga | Premier Sports (340 games), Disney+ (Saturday evening game) | No | Yes, on apps such as bet365 and Unibet |
| Serie A | TNT Sports (2 games per round), DAZN (all games) | BBC Alba (selected games later in the season) | Yes, on apps such as bet365 and Unibet |
| Bundesliga | Bundesliga app, Amazon Prime Video (pay-per-view) | No | Yes, on apps such as bet365 and Unibet |
Broadcast details from Flashscore, MoneySuperMarket, Sky Sports, Sportcal and the UK sports broadcasting contracts list, checked 7 November 2026. Saturday 3pm Premier League and EFL kick-offs are never shown live in the UK because of the blackout rule.
Can you watch football on a betting app?
Yes, but not every game. UK broadcasters hold the rights to the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and EFL, so bookmakers can’t stream those matches to UK customers. What they can stream is football from overseas leagues and selected European games. Most apps also give you a live match tracker, an animated pitch showing attacks, shots, corners and cards, plus live stats, on every in-play match, even when there’s no video.
Betting apps that show the game while you bet in-play
| App | Football streaming | What you need to watch | In-play betting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddy Power | Free in-play football streams | Logged in (check the app’s current rules) | Yes |
| bet365 | La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1 and more | Funded account or a bet in the last 24 hours | Yes |
| Unibet | La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1 and other overseas leagues | Money in your account or a bet in the last 24 hours | Yes |
| Betfair | Selected football, depending on the competition | Free for account holders | Yes |
| Sky Bet | European football on selected in-play events | Logged in | Yes |
| William Hill | Selected overseas football leagues | Positive balance or a bet in the last 24 hours | Yes |
| Coral and Ladbrokes | Selected football | Funded account or a bet in the last 24 hours | Yes |
| BoyleSports | Selected European football | Funded account | Yes |
| Betway | Selected football | Funded account | Yes |
| 888sport | Horse racing and greyhounds, not football. Live stats and match tracker on football | Logged in | Yes |
Streaming coverage and access rules from Football Ground Guide (September 2026), which cites each bookmaker’s help pages, and our own reviews. Rights vary by match and country, so check the live section of the app before you bet.
Match trackers and live stats: watching without a stream
When there’s no video, a match tracker is the next best thing. It shows the ball moving between attack and defence, with alerts for dangerous attacks, shots, corners, cards and substitutions, alongside live stats such as possession and shots on target. That’s often enough to judge an in-play bet, especially on corners and cards markets. Compare the best in our in-play stats guide.
Tips for watching and betting at the same time
- Streams can lag. App streams and TV pictures can be several seconds behind the live action, and odds can be suspended when something big happens.
- Check your balance rules. Many apps only stream if you have money in your account or have bet in the last 24 hours.
- Use cash out carefully. It can be suspended during key moments. See our cash out guide.
- Set limits first. In-play betting is fast, so set deposit limits before kick-off.
Where to watch football FAQs
Where can I watch the Premier League in the UK?
On Sky Sports, which shows at least 215 games, and TNT Sports, which shows 52, including the Saturday 12:30 kick-off. The BBC shows highlights of every game on Match of the Day.
Why can’t I watch the 3pm Premier League game?
Saturday 3pm kick-offs in the Premier League and EFL are blacked out in the UK to protect attendances, so they aren’t shown live on any UK channel or app.
What channel is the Champions League on?
TNT Sports shows most Champions League games in 2026/27, and Amazon Prime Video shows 17 Tuesday night games. Paramount+ takes over most games from 2027/28.
Where can I watch football for free in the UK?
The BBC shows FA Cup games and Women’s Super League games, ITV shows England men’s games and selected Championship and Carabao Cup games, and the BBC has Premier League highlights on Match of the Day.
Can I watch football on a betting app?
Yes, for some games. Apps such as bet365, Unibet and Paddy Power stream overseas leagues and selected European football, but not the Premier League, Champions League or EFL in the UK. Most need you to be logged in or to have a funded account.
Which betting app streams the most football?
bet365 and Unibet stream the widest range of overseas leagues, including La Liga, Serie A and the Bundesliga. Paddy Power and Betfair also stream selected football to logged-in customers.
What is a match tracker?
An animated pitch in a betting app that shows the action in real time, with live stats, so you can follow an in-play match without a video stream.
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