SpotUpdated — 2026/27 season
How to Watch the Champions League for Free
The Champions League is broadcast for free on several foreign public channels. These channels are accessible from anywhere via a VPN — the broadcast is legal in their home country, and SpotMatch tells you where to watch each match.
Channels broadcasting the Champions League for free
| Channel | Country | Coverage | Access | VPN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTL Play | 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 match per matchday (Tuesday or Wednesday) | Free, no account needed | Belgium VPN required |
| VTM GO | 🇧🇪 Belgium | Selected matches (Tuesday) | Free account required | Belgium VPN required |
| TV8 | 🇮🇹 Italy | 1 match per week (Wednesday) | Free, no account needed | Italy VPN required |
| SBT | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 match per week (Tuesday) | Free, no account needed | Brazil VPN required |
| SRF Zwei | 🇨🇭 Switzerland | Selected matches | Free, no account needed | Switzerland VPN required |
| Qazsport | 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan | Selected matches | Free, no account needed | Kazakhstan VPN required |
| HRTi | 🇭🇷 Croatia | Selected matches | Free account required | Croatia VPN required |
| Virgin Media Play | 🇮🇪 Ireland | Selected matches | Free Irish account required · Desktop only | Ireland VPN required |
How to access these channels from abroad?
These channels are geo-blocked outside their country. To access them, you need a VPN that simulates a connection from that country. Once connected to the right server, go directly to the channel's website and watch the live match.
- Install a VPN on your device (PC, smartphone, TV)
- Connect to a server in the channel's country (e.g. Belgium for RTL Play)
- Open the channel's website and launch the live stream
- Use SpotMatch to know which match is on which channel
Frequently asked questions
Is it legal to watch the Champions League via a VPN?
The channels listed on SpotMatch hold legal broadcast rights in their home country. Accessing a foreign channel via a VPN is a widespread and generally tolerated practice for personal use. SpotMatch only redirects to official players — never to pirated streams.
Does it work on mobile?
Most listed channels work on mobile browsers. A few exceptions: Virgin Media Play requires a desktop computer. Always check mobile compatibility on the SpotMatch page for the match.
Does a VPN slow down video quality?
A quality VPN has minimal impact on video quality. For live HD streaming, choose a server geographically close and avoid free VPNs which are often slow.
Are all Champions League matchdays available for free?
No. Each channel only broadcasts a selection of matches per matchday, and it's not always the same match. SpotMatch shows you in real time which matches are available for free on each channel.
How do I know which match is on which channel?
That's exactly what SpotMatch is for. Check the Champions League page to see upcoming matches with the available channels for each one.