Where to Watch Champions League in USA: Paramount+ and CBS

If you are looking for where to watch Champions League in USA, the main answer is Paramount+. CBS Sports and Paramount+ hold the English-language US rights to the UEFA Champions League, and Paramount+ streams every match of the competition, with selected big games also airing on the CBS broadcast network.

Here is how the coverage works for 2026/27, what it costs and how to follow your club through the league phase and knockouts.

Paramount+ streams every match

Every Champions League match is live on Paramount+, along with the Europa League and Conference League. With 36 teams in the league phase, Tuesday and Wednesday matchdays (evenings in Europe, afternoons in the US) can have up to nine games in the same slot, and Paramount+ carries all of them, plus replays afterwards.

Paramount+ raised prices in January 2026. At the time of writing:

Both plans include live Champions League matches, so Essential is the budget pick for soccer. Paramount+ has typically offered a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.

Champions League on CBS

CBS shows selected marquee matches on its broadcast network, which you can watch free with an antenna. Our guide to the best TV antennas for local channels will help if you want that free option. CBS games also stream on Paramount+ and are available through live TV services that carry your local CBS station.

Free extras: CBS Sports Golazo Network

The CBS Sports Golazo Network is a free 24/7 soccer channel with studio shows, news and highlights. It is available on Pluto TV and in the CBS Sports app at no cost. It is not a substitute for live matches, but it is a good way to keep up between matchdays.

Spanish-language coverage

Spanish-language Champions League rights in the US sit with TelevisaUnivision for the current cycle. Check the Univision, UniMas, TUDN and ViX listings each matchday for which games they carry, since selection varies. Our guide to Spanish channels in the USA covers these networks.

Other European soccer on Paramount+

The same subscription covers a lot more soccer, which helps the value:

• UEFA Europa League and Conference League
• Serie A, with all league matches
• UEFA Women’s Champions League and the Women’s Super League

Premier League games are not on Paramount+; those are on Peacock, NBC and USA Network. See our guide to the cheapest way to watch the Premier League in the USA.

Following the league phase on matchdays

Since the competition moved to a single 36-team league table, many matches kick off at the same time on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons US time. A few tips:

1. Check the Paramount+ schedule the day before to find your club’s stream
2. Use a whip-around or studio show on Paramount+ if you care about the whole table, not just one game
3. Watch full replays on Paramount+ later if the afternoon kick-off clashes with work
4. Follow the free Golazo Network for highlights and analysis after the final whistle

Watching on your TV

The Paramount+ app runs on the main streaming platforms, smart TVs and mobile devices. If your TV feels slow on busy matchdays, our best streaming device 2026 guide compares affordable upgrades.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Looking for the Champions League on Peacock or ESPN; it is on Paramount+ and CBS
• Paying for Premium when you only want live soccer; Essential includes it
• Trusting free stream sites, which are unlicensed and often unsafe

Annual plan or monthly?

The Champions League season runs from September to the final in late May or early June, so an annual Essential plan at around $89.99 usually costs less than paying monthly through the whole campaign. If you only care about the knockout rounds in spring, a few months of the monthly plan may be cheaper. Paramount+ is also bundled with some other subscriptions and mobile plans, so check whether you already have access before paying.

Finally, remember the Paramount+ library goes beyond soccer, with CBS shows, films and other live sports, which makes it easier to justify for a household than a single-league pass.

If you also want the Premier League, you will need Peacock and USA Network on top of Paramount+, as no single US service carries both competitions.

Which option should you choose?

If you follow European soccer on weeknights, Paramount+ Essential at around $8.99 a month is the simplest choice and covers every match, including the knockout rounds and the final. If you only watch the biggest nights, CBS over the air plus the free Golazo Network may be enough, and you can add a month of Paramount+ for the knockout rounds.

If you want one subscription for a wide mix of live channels beyond a single league, our IPTV Journal plan is 12 months for $89 (about $7.40 a month) with 20,000+ channels, sports and 24/7 support. Whatever you choose, check exactly what is included before you pay, and remember that exclusive league packages are sold by their official rights holders.

FAQ

What channel is the Champions League on in the USA?

Paramount+ streams every match, and CBS airs selected games on broadcast TV. Spanish-language rights are held by TelevisaUnivision for the current cycle.

How much is Paramount+ for Champions League?

At the time of writing Paramount+ Essential costs $8.99 a month or $89.99 a year, and Premium costs $13.99 a month or $139.99 a year. Both include live Champions League matches.

Can I watch the Champions League for free?

CBS broadcast games are free with an antenna, and the CBS Sports Golazo Network on Pluto TV offers free highlights and shows. A Paramount+ free trial, when offered, can cover a matchday.

Is every Champions League match on Paramount+?

Yes. Paramount+ carries every Champions League match live in the US, along with the Europa League and Conference League.

Does Peacock have the Champions League?

No. Peacock carries Premier League matches but not the European club competitions, which are on Paramount+.