Watch Football in Italy
Europe · CET (UTC+1) / CEST (UTC+2) in summer · 59 million population
Last verified: 20/05/2026
DAZN holds the majority of Serie A rights in Italy, having largely displaced traditional satellite packages since 2021. Sky Sport Italia retains a smaller Serie A package alongside its Champions League and international football coverage.
European markets often split rights across multiple premium broadcasters, so combining one core subscription with selected free-to-air events usually gives the best value.
Top Competitions in Italy
Football TV Channels in Italy
DAZN ItalyStreamingSerie A (full coverage), Serie B
Serie A (selected matches), Champions League, Premier League, La Liga
Champions League final, selected Nazionale friendlies
Rai (Rai 1 / Rai 2)FREEWorld Cup, Euros, Coppa Italia final, Nazionale tournament matches
Coverage Snapshot in Italy
Free TV
Mediaset (Canale 5 / Italia 1), Rai (Rai 1 / Rai 2)
Subscription TV
Sky Sport Italia
Streaming
DAZN Italy
Streaming Football in Italy
DAZN is the primary Serie A streaming platform, available without any satellite dish. RaiPlay streams all free-to-air Rai broadcasts online at no cost.
Watching Italy Coverage While Abroad?
Italian fans abroad can use a VPN to access DAZN Italy, Sky Go or RaiPlay from outside Italy.
Get ExpressVPN →How to Watch Legally in Italy
- Pick your competition first (for example Serie A or Champions League).
- Check whether it is on free TV, subscription TV, or a streaming service in Italy.
- Confirm your device access (mobile app, smart TV app, web browser) and match kickoff in local time.
- Always use official rights-holding platforms in Italy; unauthorized streams are unstable, legally risky, and frequently geo-blocked.
Budget Viewing Strategy in Italy
Start with free channels in Italy, then add one premium provider for Serie A and Champions League.
Broadcast Rights Update (2026)
Broadcast rights can change by season and by competition. For Italy, the current key providers listed on this page are DAZN Italy, Sky Sport Italia, Mediaset (Canale 5 / Italia 1). Italy viewers can usually combine linear TV rights and streaming access for broader match coverage across Serie A, Champions League, Coppa Italia.
Related Competition Schedules
Complete Football TV Guide for Italy
DAZN holds the majority of Serie A rights in Italy, having largely displaced traditional satellite packages since 2021. Sky Sport Italia retains a smaller Serie A package alongside its Champions League and international football coverage. Rai's free-to-air rights to the Azzurri's major tournaments and the Coppa Italia final continue to draw some of the country's biggest football audiences.
Sources We Track for Italy
- Official broadcaster schedules in Italy (DAZN Italy, Sky Sport Italia, Mediaset (Canale 5 / Italia 1)).
- Competition rights announcements for Serie A, Champions League, Coppa Italia.
- Public match calendars from leagues and federations covering Serie A.
- Platform availability checks for local streaming and app access in Italy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch football live in Italy?
DAZN Italy (Serie A (full coverage), Serie B). Sky Sport Italia (Serie A (selected matches), Champions League, Premier League, La Liga). Mediaset (Canale 5 / Italia 1) (Champions League final, selected Nazionale friendlies). Rai (Rai 1 / Rai 2) (World Cup, Euros, Coppa Italia final, Nazionale tournament matches)
Is there free football on TV in Italy?
Yes. Mediaset (Canale 5 / Italia 1), Rai (Rai 1 / Rai 2) broadcast selected football matches free in Italy.
How can I watch Serie A in Italy?
Serie A is usually carried by Sky Sport Italia in Italy. Check match-by-match schedules because rights can vary by season.
What is the cheapest way to follow football in Italy?
Start with free channels (Mediaset (Canale 5 / Italia 1), Rai (Rai 1 / Rai 2)) and add one paid option only for the competitions you care about most.
Can I stream football on mobile in Italy?
Yes. DAZN Italy is one of the main streaming options for football fans in Italy, alongside official apps from TV rights-holders.