Where To Watch Real Madrid VS FC Barcelona
El Clásico is being played on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Santiago Bernabéu, with kickoff at 11:15 AM ET (8:15 AM PT, 3:15 PM GMT, 8:45 PM IST). Coverage is available globally via licensed TV and streaming partners listed below, including ESPN platforms in the U.S., Premier Sports in the UK, Movistar/DAZN in Spain, TSN in Canada, and beIN/DAZN across various regions.
Quick facts
- Fixture: Real Madrid vs FC Barcelona (La Liga, Matchday 10).
- Venue: Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid.
- Kickoff: 11:15 AM ET / 8:15 AM PT / 3:15 PM GMT / 8:45 PM IST.
How to watch in the United States
- TV: ESPN2 (English), ESPN Deportes (Spanish) where listed in local schedules.
- Streaming: ESPN+ carries the match with English/Spanish feeds in most U.S. markets; cord-cutters can also access via services that include ESPN channels (e.g., select live TV streaming bundles).
- Tip: If using a streaming bundle, confirm ESPN2/ESPN+ availability for your ZIP code before kickoff to avoid blackouts or package limitations.
United Kingdom and Ireland
- TV: Premier Sports 1 broadcasts the game live in the UK and Ireland.
- Streaming: Premier Sports Player streams the match to subscribers; some listings also mention discovery+/Prime integrations on select devices—check your app for the live tile on matchday.
Spain
- TV: Movistar LaLiga provides the domestic broadcast.
- Streaming: DAZN España also carries La Liga inventory per current carriage; verify your plan tier if using an app-only subscription.
Canada
- TV: TSN (English), RDS (French) for linear coverage where scheduled.
- Streaming: TSN app with subscription for live stream access; confirm channel assignment (e.g., TSN1–5) on matchday.
Across Europe
- DAZN: Germany, Italy, Portugal, Belgium, Austria via the DAZN app/subscription; check the event tile under La Liga > Live.
- France: beIN Sports linear and beIN Connect streaming options.
- Netherlands: Ziggo Sport for linear broadcast and Ziggo GO for streaming.
- Turkey: S Sport carries linear/OTT coverage; use the S Sport+ app where applicable.
Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
- TV/Streaming: beIN Sports holds the rights; watch via beIN linear channels or stream with beIN Connect (subscription required).
Sub-Saharan Africa
- TV: SuperSport (English) with regional variations by country.
- Streaming: DStv Stream for eligible subscribers; verify your bouquet covers SuperSport LaLiga.
South America and the Caribbean
- South America: ESPN/Disney carry the match; Star+ app is the streaming option in many territories—confirm availability locally.
- Brazil: ESPN/Disney carriage; check the Star+ or Disney bundle app live tile on matchday.
- Caribbean/Central America/Dominican Republic: Sky, Rush, and regional partners per country listings.
India and South Asia
- India: Sports18 on TV and JioCinema for streaming where listed for La Liga this season; check the live channel row in the app shortly before kickoff.
- Note: Some schedules shift between linear and digital-only distribution; confirm within the JioCinema Live Sports section on matchday.
Pakistan and Bangladesh
- Regional distribution generally follows South Asia patterns; if Sports18 is unavailable on your provider, look for officially licensed OTT coverage that mirrors Indian distribution, or check if your cable/satellite lineup includes a regional sports network carrying La Liga this season.
Oceania
- Australia/New Zealand: Check local listings for partners carrying La Liga this season; if you rely on international OTT, ensure your service is licensed in your territory, or use a travel pass option if offered by your provider.
Verified kickoff times (convert locally)
- 11:15 AM Eastern Time (U.S.).
- 8:15 AM Pacific Time (U.S.).
- 3:15 PM GMT (UK).
- 8:45 PM India Standard Time.
UK-specific schedule confirmation
- Real Madrid vs Barcelona is listed at 15:15 (BST) on Premier Sports 1 on Sunday, October 26, confirming live linear coverage in the UK.
U.S.-specific viewing tips
- If using ESPN+, open the app > Sports > Soccer > LaLiga > Real Madrid vs Barcelona; multiple audio tracks may be available (English/Spanish).
- If you prefer a traditional channel, ESPN2/ESPN Deportes carriage varies by provider; confirm your package includes both and tune in 15 minutes early for pre-match.
Legal streaming and free trials
- Many markets offer short trials on live TV streaming bundles that include the channel you need; start the trial a few hours before kickoff to complete account verification and app setup without rushing.
- Avoid unofficial mirrors; they are unreliable, often low quality, and may violate local laws or terms of service.
Match context for viewers
- League context: Real Madrid lead La Liga by two points over Barcelona entering this first El Clásico of the season, adding title-race weight to the fixture.
- Broadcast context: This is a marquee pick for national networks, so expect extended pre- and post-match coverage on the services listed above.
Bottom line
- U.S.: Watch on ESPN+ or ESPN2/ESPN Deportes (where available).
- UK/Ireland: Premier Sports 1 and Premier Sports Player.
- Spain: Movistar LaLiga and DAZN España.
- Canada: TSN (EN), RDS (FR), and TSN app.
- MENA: beIN Sports / beIN Connect.
- Germany/Italy/Portugal/Belgium/Austria: DAZN.
- India: Sports18 and JioCinema.
- Africa: SuperSport and DStv Stream.
These listings reflect current matchday guidance and regional partners for October 26, 2025; always verify final assignments in your local app or EPG within 30 minutes of kickoff in case of last-minute scheduling changes.
