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How to watch the Premier League in 2026-27: UK and US guide
In the UK, Sky Sports shows at least 215 Premier League matches in 2026-27 and TNT Sports at least 52, and Saturday 3pm kick-offs are not broadcast live.[1][2][3] In the US, NBCUniversal's NBC and Peacock and Versant's USA Network carry the league, with Peacock plans reported from $12.99 a month as of October 2026.[4][5]
Live Premier League rights in 2026-27 are split between several broadcasters in both the UK and the US, so no single subscription covers every match in either country.[6][4] This guide sets out who shows what and what it costs.
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UK: Sky Sports and TNT Sports
Sky Sports shows the most matches: at least 215 in 2026-27, including Saturday 5.30pm, Sunday 2pm and 4.30pm, and Monday and Friday evening games.[1] TNT Sports shows at least 52, mostly Saturday 12.30pm kick-offs, and streams them through HBO Max.[2] Games that kick off at 3pm on a Saturday are not shown live.[3]
| Service | Matches (2026-27) | Typical slots | Price (dated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky Sports | At least 215[1] | Sat 5.30pm, Sun 2pm and 4.30pm, Mon and Fri evenings, three midweek rounds[1] | From £35/month for new customers on a long-term contract, or £22/month added to a 24-month Sky TV contract (reported 8-9 Oct 2026)[7] |
| TNT Sports (HBO Max) | At least 52[2] | Sat 12.30pm, some midweek rounds[2] | £30.99/month rolling or £25.99/month for 12 months (HBO Max UK, 11 Oct 2026)[8] |
At least 267 of the 380 fixtures are shown live in the UK.[6] For 4K, What Hi-Fi? reports that Sky charges £6 a month extra, while HBO Max includes TNT Sports Ultimate with 4K coverage.[9]
US: NBC, Peacock and USA Network
NBCUniversal and Versant’s USA Network carry the Premier League in the US.[4] USA Network is the main cable channel. NBC shows selected games, and Peacock streams exclusive matches plus every NBC game.[4] Between them, all 380 matches are shown live.[10]
| Service | What it carries | Price or access (dated) |
|---|---|---|
| Peacock | Exclusive matches, every NBC game, full replays[4]; roughly half of each week’s matches[5] | From $12.99/month or $129.99/year (reported 8-9 Oct 2026)[5] |
| USA Network | The cable home of the league[4] | No standalone app; through YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream or Sling in some markets[11] |
| NBC | Selected games, also streamed on Peacock[4] | NBC broadcast network[4] |
| Telemundo / Universo | Spanish-language coverage[12] | Not covered in this guide |
FourFourTwo notes that Sling Blue includes USA Network and NBC but not Peacock.[13]
Which option fits
- UK viewers who want the most matches: Sky Sports carries far more games than TNT Sports, but neither shows Saturday 3pm kick-offs.[1][2][3]
- UK viewers who want no long contract: HBO Max lists a rolling monthly TNT Sports plan.[8]
- US viewers on a budget: Peacock alone covers about half of each week’s games; USA Network, the cable home, needs a separate live-TV subscription.[5][11]
- US viewers who want every game: you need both Peacock and a service that carries USA Network and NBC.[10][11]
For the fixtures and table, see Premier League 2026-27 tracker.
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Questions readers ask
Which channel shows the Premier League in the UK in 2026-27?
Sky Sports shows at least 215 matches and TNT Sports, streamed through HBO Max, at least 52. Saturday 3pm kick-offs are not shown live.[1][2][3]
How much does TNT Sports cost to watch the Premier League?
As of 11 October 2026, HBO Max UK listed the TNT Sports plan at £30.99 a month rolling, or £25.99 a month for a 12-month term before it renews at the regular price.[8]
How can I watch the Premier League in the US?
NBCUniversal and Versant's USA Network have the rights. USA Network is the cable home, NBC airs selected games, and Peacock streams exclusive matches as well as every game shown on NBC.[4]
Is every Premier League game on Peacock?
No. Peacock carries roughly half of each week's matches, including every NBC game. USA Network, the league's cable home, has no standalone streaming service and is available through live-TV services such as YouTube TV.[5][4][11]
Can I watch Premier League games in Spanish in the US?
Yes. Telemundo, Universo and Peacock provide Spanish-language coverage.[12]
Sources
· 13 claims from 5 publishers
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- [1]
In the UK, Sky Sports shows at least 215 Premier League matches in 2026-27, including Saturday 5.30pm, Sunday 2pm and 4.30pm, and Monday and Friday evening games. confirmedas of 2026-10-09
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: TV guide, free streams and fixtures (last updated 9 October 2026) · FourFourTwo · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27 online from anywhere (last updated 9 October 2026) · What Hi-Fi? · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [2]
TNT Sports, streamed via HBO Max, shows at least 52 matches, mainly Saturday 12.30pm kick-offs and some midweek rounds. confirmedas of 2026-10-09
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: TV guide, free streams and fixtures (last updated 9 October 2026) · FourFourTwo · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27 online from anywhere (last updated 9 October 2026) · What Hi-Fi? · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [3]
Saturday 3pm kick-offs are not broadcast live in the UK, under the long-standing "blackout" meant to protect attendances lower down the football pyramid. reportedas of 2026-10-09
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: TV guide, free streams and fixtures (last updated 9 October 2026) · FourFourTwo · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [4]
In the US, NBCUniversal and Versant's USA Network carry the 2026-27 Premier League: USA Network is the cable home, NBC airs selected games, and Peacock streams exclusive matches plus every NBC game. confirmedas of 2026-07-21
- The 2026-27 Premier League season kicks off in one month across platforms of NBCUniversal · NBC Sports · 2026-07-21 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- The 2026-27 Premier League season kicks off in one month across platforms of NBCUniversal · NBC Sports · 2026-07-21 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [5]
As of October 2026, Peacock plans were reported to start at $12.99 a month or $129.99 a year, covering roughly half the Premier League matches each week. reportedas of 2026-10-09
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: TV guide, free streams and fixtures (last updated 9 October 2026) · FourFourTwo · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: free streams and TV channels (last updated 8 October 2026) · TechRadar · 2026-10-08 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [6]
At least 267 of the 380 Premier League fixtures are shown live in the UK in 2026-27. reportedas of 2026-10-09
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: TV guide, free streams and fixtures (last updated 9 October 2026) · FourFourTwo · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [7]
As of October 2026, Sky Sports was reported to cost from £35 a month for new customers on a long-term contract, or £22 a month added to an existing 24-month Sky TV contract. reportedas of 2026-10-09
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: TV guide, free streams and fixtures (last updated 9 October 2026) · FourFourTwo · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: free streams and TV channels (last updated 8 October 2026) · TechRadar · 2026-10-08 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [8]
As of 11 October 2026, HBO Max UK listed its TNT Sports plan at £30.99 a month rolling, or £25.99 a month for 12 months before renewing at the regular price. confirmedas of 2026-10-11
- HBO Max UK plans and prices (including TNT Sports) · HBO Max (Warner Bros. Discovery) · Plans: TNT Sports £30.99/month; 12x £25.99/month, then renews at the regular monthly price (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: free streams and TV channels (last updated 8 October 2026) · TechRadar · 2026-10-08 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [9]
What Hi-Fi? reported that Sky charges £6 a month extra for 4K, while HBO Max includes TNT Sports Ultimate with 4K Premier League coverage. reportedas of 2026-10-09
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27 online from anywhere (last updated 9 October 2026) · What Hi-Fi? · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [10]
All 380 Premier League matches are shown live in the US across NBC, Peacock and USA Network. reportedas of 2026-10-09
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: free streams and TV channels (last updated 8 October 2026) · TechRadar · 2026-10-08 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27 online from anywhere (last updated 9 October 2026) · What Hi-Fi? · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [11]
USA Network has no standalone streaming service; it is available through live-TV services such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream and Sling (select markets). reportedas of 2026-10-08
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: free streams and TV channels (last updated 8 October 2026) · TechRadar · 2026-10-08 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [12]
Spanish-language coverage in the US is on Telemundo, Universo and Peacock. confirmedas of 2026-07-21
- The 2026-27 Premier League season kicks off in one month across platforms of NBCUniversal · NBC Sports · 2026-07-21 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
- [13]
FourFourTwo noted that Sling Blue includes USA Network and NBC but not Peacock. reportedas of 2026-10-09
- How to watch Premier League 2026/27: TV guide, free streams and fixtures (last updated 9 October 2026) · FourFourTwo · 2026-10-09 (retrieved 2026-10-11)
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