The short answer: in the US, every UEFA Champions League match streams live on Paramount+. A selection of marquee games airs in English on CBS and CBS Sports Network, and Spanish-language coverage is on TUDN, Univision and ViX. CBS Sports holds the exclusive English-language US rights.
So if you're asking "what channel is the Champions League on tonight?" — the answer is almost always Paramount+ for the stream, with the biggest games also on CBS. Here's the full breakdown, including the final and the free options.
What channel is the Champions League on in the US?
| Where | What you get | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Paramount+ | Every Champions League match, live | English |
| CBS / CBS Sports Network | Select marquee matches on linear TV | English |
| TUDN / Univision / ViX | Spanish-language coverage | Spanish |
Paramount+ is the only place to watch every match. Only a few games each week air on linear CBS or CBS Sports Network, so for full coverage you'll want the stream.
Paramount+: every Champions League match
Paramount+ streams all Champions League matches live, from the league phase through to the final. It's the home of the competition in the US and the only way to watch every game. Paramount+ frequently runs free trials, which are handy to time around a big matchweek.
Following the knockout run? Map out the path to the final with the free tournament bracket maker.
What channel is the Champions League final on?
The Champions League final is the one match guaranteed the widest coverage: it streams on Paramount+ and also airs in English on CBS (free over the air with an antenna), with Spanish coverage on Univision and TUDN. Because it's on CBS, the final is the easiest game of the season to watch for free.
(This guide is updated each season — the final's exact date and venue are confirmed by UEFA closer to the spring.)
Can you watch the Champions League for free?
Some of it, legally. A handful of marquee games — and the final — air on over-the-air CBS, free with an antenna. Spanish-language broadcasts on Univision are also free to air, and ViX has a free ad-supported tier. Paramount+ offers free trials for everything else. As always, skip illegal streams — the free CBS and Univision options cover the biggest matches.
Spanish-language coverage
Champions League matches are broadcast in Spanish on TUDN and Univision, and streamed on ViX. Univision's over-the-air games are free, making it a great free option for Spanish-speaking fans.
Follow the Champions League on RenderFoot
Track the road to the final with these free tools — no signup:
- Tournament bracket maker — build and share the knockout bracket
- Premier League and La Liga tables — follow the clubs in their domestic leagues
Watching the leagues too? See our guides to how to watch the Premier League in the USA, the Bundesliga, Serie A and La Liga.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is the Champions League on in the US?
Every match streams on Paramount+. Select marquee games air on CBS and CBS Sports Network in English, with Spanish coverage on TUDN, Univision and ViX.
Is the Champions League on ESPN or TNT?
No. In the US the English-language rights belong to CBS Sports, with every match on Paramount+. ESPN and TNT do not carry the Champions League in the US.
What channel is the Champions League final on?
The final streams on Paramount+ and airs in English on CBS (free over the air), with Spanish coverage on Univision and TUDN.
How can I watch the Champions League for free?
The biggest games and the final air on over-the-air CBS (free with an antenna), Spanish coverage on Univision is free to air, and ViX has a free tier. Paramount+ also offers free trials.
Can I watch the Champions League in Spanish?
Yes. TUDN and Univision carry Spanish-language coverage, streamed on ViX.
Sources: UEFA.com — Where to watch the Champions League final; CBS Sports — UEFA Champions League. Rights and schedules can change — confirm on the official Paramount+ and CBS Sports pages.
