How to Watch Champions League in Canada (2026-27 Season)

If you want to know how to watch Champions League in Canada, the main answer is DAZN, which streams the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League. UEFA’s own broadcaster list for Canada also names OneSoccer. Both are streaming services, so you can watch on phones, smart TVs and streaming devices without cable.

DAZN’s Canadian plans start at around $24.99 per month on a 12-month subscription at the time of writing. This guide covers which plan you need, how kick-off times work in Canada and how to make the most of the busy matchdays.

Who has Champions League rights in Canada?

UEFA lists DAZN and OneSoccer as Canadian broadcasters for the 2026-27 season. DAZN has been the long-running home of UEFA club competitions in Canada and also carries the Europa League. The current European rights cycle runs through this season, with a new cycle starting in 2027-28, so check for any changes next summer.

You will not find live Champions League matches on Sportsnet or Prime Video in Canada. If you see a match listed on another Canadian channel, it will be through an arrangement with the rights holder, so check listings each matchday.

DAZN plans for Champions League fans

DAZN listed four Canadian tiers in July 2026. Prices below are the monthly cost on a 12-month plan; flexible monthly billing usually costs more.

DAZN’s Canadian Champions League pricing guides have pointed to Standard as the entry plan for the competition. Check DAZN’s plan page to confirm before subscribing.

Understanding the 2026-27 format

The Champions League now uses a single league phase. Thirty-six clubs each play eight matches against different opponents, which makes 144 league-phase matches in total. The top eight go straight to the round of 16, while clubs finishing ninth to 24th enter a knockout play-off round. The knockout rounds then run through the spring to the final in late May or early June.

With so many matches on the same nights, DAZN’s multi-view feature in its Ultimate tiers can be useful if you follow more than one club.

Kick-off times in Canada

Most Champions League matches are played on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings in Europe. In Canada, that usually means:

• Main evening slot: around 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT.
• Early slot: some league-phase matchdays have an earlier kick-off, around 12:45 p.m. ET or 9:45 a.m. PT.
• Final: traditionally on a Saturday afternoon in Canada.

Because these are working hours for many people, DAZN’s replays and condensed matches are handy. Exact times shift slightly when Europe and Canada change clocks at different dates in spring and autumn.

Annual or flexible billing?

The right billing choice depends on how much of the season you plan to watch, and whether you use DAZN for anything else.

• Whole season plus NFL: the 12-month plan is the clear choice, since NFL Game Pass runs from September to February and the Champions League from September to the spring.
• League phase and knockouts only: the competition runs from September to late May or early June, so annual billing still tends to win.
• Knockout rounds only: a few months of flexible billing from February can cost less than a full year.
• Just the final: one month of flexible billing is the cheapest legal option.

Whatever you choose, check DAZN’s cancellation terms, as annual plans are a 12-month commitment.

How to start watching on DAZN

1. Go to DAZN’s Canadian site or download the DAZN app on your TV, phone or streaming device.
2. Choose a plan, comparing the 12-month price with flexible billing.
3. Create your account and sign in on your TV.
4. Follow your clubs in the app so their matches appear at the top.
5. Use a wired connection or strong Wi-Fi for live matches; our guide to buffering explains common fixes.

If your TV is older, a modern stick will run DAZN more smoothly; see our best streaming device guide.

What about US and UK options?

In the US, Paramount+ holds Champions League rights, and in the UK it is TNT Sports and Amazon Prime Video. Those services do not have Canadian rights, and using VPNs to reach them breaks their terms. If you are curious how the US version works, see our Champions League USA guide.

Unofficial streams are also common on matchdays. They are unlicensed, unreliable and risky. If you want a general live TV package alongside your sports apps, our own plan, IPTV Journal, is $89 for 12 months on all devices; see our pricing section. For Champions League matches, DAZN and OneSoccer are the licensed options.

Which option should you choose?

For most Canadian fans, DAZN Standard on a 12-month plan is the simplest and cheapest way to follow the full competition. Upgrade to an Ultimate tier if you want multi-view on busy matchdays, or to DAZN+ if you also want the Premier League. If you only care about the knockout rounds, a few months of flexible billing from February may cost less than a full year.

FAQ

What channel is the Champions League on in Canada?

DAZN streams the 2026-27 Champions League in Canada, and UEFA also lists OneSoccer as a Canadian broadcaster. It is not on Sportsnet or Prime Video in Canada.

How much is DAZN for the Champions League?

DAZN Standard costs around $24.99 per month on a 12-month plan at the time of writing. Flexible monthly billing costs more, so compare options on DAZN’s site.

Do I need DAZN+ for the Champions League?

DAZN+ adds Fubo Sports, which brings the Premier League and Serie A. For the Champions League, the entry Standard plan has been the starting point, but check DAZN’s plan details before you buy.

What time do Champions League matches start in Canada?

The main evening slot in Europe is usually around 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT, with some earlier matches around 12:45 p.m. ET. Check DAZN’s schedule each matchday.

Can I watch the Champions League for free in Canada?

There is no regular free broadcast in Canada. Look for official DAZN promotions rather than unofficial streams, which are unlicensed and unsafe.