UEFA Champions League Games On TV

The UEFA Champions League is the most prestigious club competition in European football. Since its rebranding from the European Cup in 1992, it has become the ultimate prize in club football, featuring the best teams from across Europe.

Competition Format

The tournament consists of several stages:

• Qualifying Rounds: Teams from lower-ranked nations compete for group stage spots
• Group Stage: 32 teams in 8 groups of 4, playing home and away
• Knockout Phase: Round of 16, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals
• Final: Single match at a pre-selected venue

Broadcasting

The Champions League is broadcast globally through various partners:

• UK: TNT Sports, BBC (highlights)
• USA: CBS, Paramount+
• Various international broadcasters in each territory

Qualification

Teams qualify through their domestic league positions:

• Top nations get multiple qualification spots
• Champions from smaller nations enter through qualifying rounds
• Defending champions automatically qualify

Notable Features

• Famous anthem played before each match
• Iconic trophy known as "Big Ears"
• Star Ball branding
• Thursday night football tradition
• High-profile matches between Europe's elite clubs

Watch UEFA Champions League on TV & stream

In the USA, the broadcast rights for the UEFA Champions League are held by CBS Sports, which provides coverage of the tournament through its streaming service, Paramount+. This agreement allows fans in the USA to enjoy live matches, highlights, and digital content related to the Champions League. CBS Sports has been a key broadcaster for the Champions League, ensuring comprehensive coverage for American viewers.

In the UK, the UEFA Champions League is broadcast by a combination of TNT Sport, Prime Video, and the BBC. TNT Sport has been a long-standing partner for UEFA club competitions since 2015, offering extensive coverage of European club football. Prime Video has secured the rights to show the Champions League for the first time, providing fans with access to Tuesday night matches and a total of 17 games. The BBC, known for its premium sports coverage, will broadcast Wednesday highlights of the Champions League for the 2024-2027 cycle, marking its first-time involvement in airing the men's competition. In the Middle East, the broadcasting rights for the UEFA Champions League are held by beIN SPORTS. The agreement between UEFA and beIN SPORTS covers a major 3-year rights renewal for the Middle East and North Africa region until 2024. This partnership ensures that fans in the Middle East and North Africa can enjoy live matches, highlights, and digital content related to the Champions League through beIN SPORTS' platforms, providing extensive coverage of the prestigious tournament in the region.

For all upcoming live matches being shown live on TV and Stream, view our Complete Guide to Champions League Football above or check our Champions League live guide.

Champions League 2024/25

Starting from the 2024/25 season, the Champions League will follow a new format. Instead of 32 teams participating in the group stage, 36 teams will compete in a single league phase. Each team will play eight matches against eight different opponents, with four matches at home and four away. The top eight teams will automatically qualify for the round of 16, while the teams ranked between ninth and 24th will enter the playoffs. The new format aims to increase competitiveness and sustain domestic leagues.

Player Records

Player records are an essential aspect of the Champions League. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are the top two all-time scorers in the competition, with 141 and 129 goals, respectively. Real Madrid leads the table for the most titles won, with 14 titles, followed by AC Milan and Liverpool, with seven and six titles, respectively.

Who holds records for most appearances, goals, and assists in the UEFA Champions League?

Cristiano Ronaldo holds records for most appearances (183), goals (140), and assists (42).

What competitions do winners of the UEFA Champions League qualify for?

Winners qualify for the UEFA Super Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, and starting 2024, the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.

Who is the current champion of the UEFA Champions League?

Manchester City, winning their first title in the 2023 final against Inter Milan.

Which club is the most successful in the history of the UEFA Champions League?

Real Madrid with 14 titles, including three consecutive wins under coach Zinedine Zidane.

How many teams participate in the group stage of the UEFA Champions League?

32 teams in the group stage, with a total of 79 to 81 teams competing across all rounds.