Each big-5 European league has a different US home in 2026-27: the Premier League is on Peacock, NBC and USA Network, La Liga on ESPN Select, Serie A on Paramount+, the Bundesliga mostly free on Fandango, and Ligue 1 on beIN SPORTS. The cheapest single-league options run from free (Bundesliga) to $13.99 a month (La Liga), and all five together start at about $41.96 a month. The Champions League, Europa League and Conference League are all on Paramount+, which Serie A fans already have.
How much does it cost to watch each league?
| League | US rights holder | Cheapest option | Price | Every game |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | NBC Sports / Versant (USA Network) | Peacock Premium | $12.99 | $58.98 |
| La Liga | ESPN | ESPN Select | $13.99 | $13.99 |
| Serie A | CBS Sports | Paramount+ Essential | $8.99 | $8.99 |
| Bundesliga | USA Sports (Versant) | Fandango Stream | Free | $45.99 |
| Ligue 1 | beIN SPORTS | beIN SPORTS CONNECT | $5.99 | $5.99* |
| Champions League | CBS Sports | Paramount+ Essential | $8.99 | $8.99 |
| Europa League | CBS Sports | Paramount+ Essential | $8.99 | $8.99 |
| Conference League | CBS Sports | Paramount+ Essential | $8.99 | $8.99 |
Following several leagues? The cost calculator adds them up and counts shared services once.
How do I watch the Premier League in the US?
NBC Sports holds the rights. Peacock Premium ($12.99/month) streams about 175 exclusive matches plus NBC games, which are also free over the air with an antenna. USA Network games are not live on Peacock, so seeing all 380 matches live needs a live-TV service as well. Full breakdown: cheapest way to watch the Premier League · Premier League hub.
How do I watch La Liga in the US?
ESPN has every match. ESPN Select ($13.99/month) carries all 380 La Liga games in English and Spanish; ESPN Unlimited ($31.99/month) adds ESPN's TV channels. See ESPN Select vs Unlimited for La Liga · La Liga hub.
How do I watch Serie A in the US?
CBS Sports streams all 380 Serie A matches on Paramount+ in 2026-27, and Paramount+ Essential is $8.99/month. This is the final season of the current CBS deal: where Serie A could stream after 2026-27 · Serie A hub.
Is the Bundesliga really free in the US?
Mostly, yes. From 2026-27, USA Network shows at least 30 matches a season and every other match streams free on Fandango. Spanish-language coverage is on Telemundo, Universo and Peacock. Details: Bundesliga free on Fandango · Bundesliga hub.
How do I watch Ligue 1 in the US?
beIN SPORTS holds exclusive US rights through 2028-29. beIN SPORTS CONNECT is $5.99/month, and the same beIN package is sold through Sling and Fubo. Compare them: Ligue 1 beIN options · Ligue 1 hub.
How do I watch the Champions League in the US?
CBS Sports has English rights to all three UEFA club competitions through 2029-30. Every match streams on Paramount+ ($8.99/month), so a club in Europe adds $8.99 to your domestic league cost, or nothing for Serie A fans. Spanish in 2026-27 is on ViX, TUDN and Univision, with 38 exclusive matches on DAZN. See how to watch the Champions League · Champions League · Europa League · Conference League.
What is the cheapest way to watch your club?
Every club has its own page with the services you need, the monthly cost (including European games) and a calendar with the channel in every league and European game. Popular picks: Arsenal, Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Juventus, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain. Or pick from all 96 clubs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to watch European soccer in the US?
For one league, the cheapest options are free Fandango Stream for most Bundesliga games, $5.99/month beIN SPORTS CONNECT for Ligue 1, $8.99/month Paramount+ Essential for Serie A, $12.99/month Peacock Premium for most Premier League games and $13.99/month ESPN Select for La Liga (prices checked October 15, 2026).
Can one subscription show all five big European leagues?
No. In 2026-27 the five leagues are split across NBC/Peacock and USA Network, ESPN, CBS/Paramount+, Fandango/USA Network and beIN SPORTS, so you need a different service for each league.
Which European league is free to watch in the US?
The Bundesliga. Every 2026-27 match that is not on USA Network streams free on Fandango; USA Network shows at least 30 matches per season.
Do I need cable to watch the Premier League?
Not for most games. Peacock carries about 175 exclusive matches plus NBC simulcasts. Games on USA Network are not live on Peacock, so you need cable or a live-TV service such as Sling Blue for those.
Where can I watch the Champions League in the US?
Every Champions League, Europa League and Conference League match streams on Paramount+ ($8.99/month for Essential). Spanish coverage is on ViX, TUDN and Univision, with some matches on DAZN.
Sources
- Paramount Press Express: CBS Sports UEFA Champions League coverage
- Peacock: How much does a Peacock subscription cost?
- Peacock: Premier League streaming FAQ
- NBC Sports: Premier League 2026-27 schedule and how to watch
- ESPN Fan Support: ESPN Select or Unlimited plans and prices
- Paramount Press Express: CBS Sports and Lega Serie A extend through 2026/27
- Paramount+ plans and prices
- Bundesliga: new US deals with USA Sports and Telemundo
- beIN SPORTS: North America broadcast rights
- Sling: beIN SPORTS CONNECT and Soccer Pass pricing
Prices and rights checked October 15, 2026. Spot an error? It gets fixed fast: tell us via a reply to our newsletter.