How to watch Premier League matches in the United States

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Over the last decade, the English Premier League has exploded in popularity in the United States, with American viewership reaching record levels year after year. One reason for this popularity is access. Unlike in the UK, where local blackout restrictions limit which matches British fans can stream, all matches are available to stream in the United States. So, if you’re an American Premier League fan, you’re in luck. Looking to learn how to watch Premier League matches in the United States? Here’s everything you need to know about Premier League streaming

How to stream every Premier League match in the US

If you’re a hardcore Premier League fan in the United States, the good news is you can access every single match via streaming. The slightly bad news, however, is that you’ll need multiple streaming services to watch all the games live. This is because of the way broadcast rights are divided. Select matches are broadcast live on network television via USA Network, NBC, and CNBC; the remaining games are available for live streaming on Peacock. 

USA Network, NBC, and CNBC

NBC Sports holds the broadcast rights for Premier League matches in the United States. This means that a significant number of games are shown live on USA Network and NBC. Some games may also be broadcast on CNBC. These broadcasts are part of a broader package that includes pre-match and post-match analysis, highlights, and additional Premier League programming.

Typically, around 205 matches are split between USA Network, NBC, and CNBC over the course of the season. Key fixtures, including so-called “big six” clashes between the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Tottenham, as well as major derbies, are often featured on these channels, ensuring that fans have access to the most exciting games of the season.

To watch these matches, you can subscribe to a cable TV service that includes NBC and USA Network. However, for those who prefer streaming, services like Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV offer a convenient alternative. Both Hulu + Live TV and YouTube TV provide access to USA Network, NBC, and CNBC, along with a host of other channels, for a monthly fee. Both services also include a cloud DVR feature, allowing you to record matches and watch them at your convenience. 

Hulu + Live TV subscriptions run $82.99/month for standard plans or $95.99/month for ad-free plans. YouTube TV subscriptions start at $82.99/mo for the Base Plan. However, new users can currently get their first three months at a discounted rate of $49.99/month

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Peacock

Peacock, NBC’s streaming service, is essential for Premier League fans in the United States. It streams about 175 live Premier League matches per season, including all matches not shown on USA Network, NBC, or CNBC. While many of the biggest matchups are slated for network broadcast, numerous games involving the most popular teams are exclusively streamed on Peacock. 

As of August 2025, Peacock has two primary subscription plans:

  • Peacock Premium (with ads): $9.99/month or $99.99/year.
  • Peacock Premium Plus (mostly ad-free): $15.99/month or $159.99/year.

Both plans grant access to live Premier League matches, as well as a wide range of other sports, movies, and TV shows, such as Bravo Originals. The service also includes additional Premier League content, such as highlights, studio shows, and documentaries, making it a comprehensive hub for all things Premier League.

Peacock Premium was previously priced at $5.99 per month or $59.99 per year. The new pricing is $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year. For Premium Plus, the previous cost was an additional $6.00 per month on top of the Premium plan, totaling $11.99 per month. With the new pricing, Premium Plus still adds $6.00 per month to the Premium plan, bringing the total monthly cost to $13.99. The annual subscription for Premium Plus, which was previously $119.99, now costs $139.99.

By subscribing to both Peacock and a streaming service like Hulu + Live TV or YouTube TV, you can ensure complete access to every Premier League match throughout the season. This combination allows you to watch live broadcasts of key games on network television and stream the remaining matches live on Peacock, providing a comprehensive solution for Premier League fans in the United States.

Spanish-language broadcasts

For fans who prefer to watch with Spanish-language commentary, NBCUniversal also provides comprehensive coverage via Telemundo and Universo. Many of the marquee matches that air on NBC and USA Network are simulcast in Spanish on these channels. Furthermore, Peacock often provides a secondary audio track (SAP) for its exclusive matches, allowing viewers to switch to the Spanish-language broadcast feed. This means that Spanish-speaking fans can access the entire slate of 380 matches through the same combination of services: a TV provider with Telemundo/Universo (like Hulu + Live TV or YouTube TV) and a Peacock subscription.

Beyond live matches: Other Premier League content

Your access to the Premier League doesn’t end when the final whistle blows. Both the broadcast channels and Peacock offer a wealth of additional content for dedicated fans:

  • Premier League Mornings: The beloved pre-match studio show on USA Network and NBC, featuring Rebecca Lowe, Robbie Earle, Robbie Mustoe, and Tim Howard, gets your weekend started with analysis, interviews, and team news.
  • Goal Rush: For those hectic 10 AM ET match windows with multiple games, Peacock’s Goal Rush is a whip-around show that takes you to every goal and key moment from all the simultaneous matches, ensuring you don’t miss any of the action.
  • Full-Match Replays: Every single one of the 380 matches is available for on-demand replay on Peacock, typically appearing a few hours after the live broadcast concludes.
  • Highlights and Documentaries: Peacock is also a hub for Premier League-produced content, including condensed match highlights, classic encounters from years past, and exclusive documentaries.

Enhance your viewing experience with a VPN for Premier League streams

Once you’ve obtained your desired streaming services, using them with a VPN (Virtual Private Network) can significantly enhance your Premier League experience by offering several key benefits. Here’s how IPVanish can improve your streaming:

Improved Privacy and Security

When streaming Premier League matches, your online activity is often exposed to various entities, including your Internet Service Provider (ISP), hackers, and even malicious websites. IPVanish encrypts your internet connection, ensuring that your data remains private and secure. This encryption helps prevent ISPs and other third parties from monitoring your online activities, giving you peace of mind while you enjoy the game.

Upgraded Streaming Stability

Buffering and lag can ruin the excitement of watching live sports. ISPs sometimes throttle bandwidth during peak usage times, negatively impacting your streaming quality. IPVanish helps combat ISP throttling by routing your internet traffic through a secure server. This can help maintain a stable and consistent connection, ensuring a smoother streaming experience without frequent interruptions.

Access to a Wider Range of Servers

IPVanish offers a broad selection of VPN servers and locations. By connecting to a server closer to your physical location or one with better connectivity, you can optimize your streaming speed and reduce latency. This can be particularly useful if your regular internet connection is prone to slowdowns or if you experience regular buffering.

Protection from Malicious Attacks

IPVanish adds an extra layer of security that helps protect your devices from cyber threats. This is especially important when accessing streaming services over public Wi-Fi networks, which are often less secure and more susceptible to attacks. By using IPVanish, you can ensure that your connection remains more secure and that your personal information is shielded, even when streaming on the go.

Incorporating IPVanish into your streaming setup can significantly enhance your Premier League viewing experience. With improved privacy, stable streaming, and protection against malicious threats, IPVanish is a valuable tool for avid footie fans.

2025/26 Premier League Schedule

The 2025/26 Premier League season began on Friday, August 15, 2025, and is scheduled to conclude on Sunday, May 24, 2026. A full schedule of fixtures is available on the NBC website. A full schedule of fixtures is available on the NBC website

Key Dates

  • Friday, August 15, 2025 – Premier League season begins
  • Monday, September 1, 2025 – Summer transfer window deadline day
  • Friday, December 26, 2025 – Boxing Day fixtures
  • Thursday, January 1, 2026 – Winter transfer window opens
  • Monday, February 2, 2026 – Winter transfer window deadline day
  • Sunday, May 24, 2026 – Premier League season ends with Championship Sunday

Upcoming Premier League Streaming Schedule & TV Listings

Matchweek 5

Saturday 20 September

4:30 am ET: Liverpool v Everton – USA, UNIVERSO
10:00 am ET: West Ham United v Crystal Palace – NBCU 
10:00 am ET: Wolverhampton v Leeds United – Peacock 
10:00 am ET: Burnley v Nottingham Forest – Peacock 
10:00 am ET: Brighton & Hove Albion v Tottenham Hotspur – Peacock 
12:30 pm ET: Manchester United v Chelsea – NBCU 
3:00 pm ET: Fulham v Brentford – NBCU

Sunday 21 September

9:00 am ET: Sunderland v Aston Villa – Peacock
9:00 am ET:  Bournemouth v Newcastle United – Telemundo
11:30 am ET: Arsenal v. Manchester City – Peacock

Matchweek 6 

Saturday 27 September

7:30 am ET: Brentford v Manchester United
10 am ET: Aston Villa v Fulham
10 am ET: Chelsea v Brighton & Hove Albion
10 am ET: Crystal Palace v Liverpool
10 am ET: Leeds United v AFC Bournemouth
10 am ET: Manchester City v Burnley
12:30 pm ET: Nottingham Forest v Sunderland

Sunday 28 September

9 am ET: Tottenham Hotspur v Wolverhampton Wanderers
11:30 am ET: Newcastle United v Arsenal

Monday 29 September

3 pm ET: Everton v West Ham United

When are the 2025/26 international breaks?

Every season, there are specific periods when Premier League football pauses to allow players to participate in national team matches. These periods, known as international breaks, are scheduled by FIFA as follows for the 2024/25 season:

  • September 1-9, 2024
  • October 6-14, 2024
  • November 10-18, 2024
  • March 23-31, 2025

Is there a winter break this season?

No, for the second consecutive season, the Premier League will not have a mid-season player break. The league has prioritized a later start to the season to give players adequate rest following a busy summer of international football. The continued demands of expanded UEFA competitions, which now feature league-phase matches in January, also leave no room in the calendar for a break.

However, the Premier League has worked to ease fixture congestion during the festive period, ensuring no club has to play two matches within a 60-hour timeframe around Christmas and New Year’s.

Which teams are playing in the Premier League this season?

The conclusion of the 2024/25 season saw Southampton, Ipswich Town, and AFC Bournemouth relegated to the EFL Championship. Replacing them are the three clubs that earned promotion: Leeds United, Burnley, and Norwich City.

2025/26 Premier League Clubs:

  • Arsenal
  • Aston Villa
  • Brentford
  • Brighton & Hove Albion
  • Burnley (Promoted)
  • Chelsea
  • Crystal Palace
  • Everton
  • Fulham
  • Leeds United (Promoted)
  • Leicester City
  • Liverpool
  • Manchester City
  • Manchester United
  • Newcastle United
  • Norwich City (Promoted)
  • Nottingham Forest
  • Tottenham Hotspur
  • West Ham United
  • Wolverhampton Wanderers

With these clubs competing, the 2025/26 EPL season promises thrilling bouts and memorable moments. Can Manchester City win an unprecedented sixth consecutive league title? How will the newly promoted sides fare in the top flight? And who will find themselves in a relegation scrap?

To ensure you don’t miss any of the action, make sure you have access to both Peacock and a service like Hulu + Live TV or YouTube TV to stream every match. Additionally, enhancing your streaming experience with a VPN like IPVanish can offer improved privacy, stability, and added protection against throttling. Whether at home or on the go, a VPN ensures your connection is more secure and your streaming quality is consistent.

  • Nadia Ferrigno
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