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How to Watch Aston Villa Today: Live Streams and TV Channels for Upcoming Matches

Brighton & Hove Albion vs Aston VillaSunday, 23 August 2026, 15:00Broadcast on: Sky Sports Premier League, Virgin Media

The UK’s Premier League broadcast rights have changed for the 2026-27 season. Amazon Prime Video no longer shows live matches. The 267 televised games are now split between two broadcasters.

  • Sky Sports: At least 215 live matches including Friday, Saturday evening, Sunday, and Monday slots.
  • TNT Sports: 52 live matches covering two full midweek rounds and all Saturday 12:30 kick-offs.

Best Sky Sports Deals in the UK

  • Sky Stream 24-Month Contract: £15/month for base TV, £20/month sports add-on. No setup fee. Total from £35/month.
  • NOW Sports Flexible: 31-day rolling contract ideal for busy football months. Costs £34.99/month.
  • Sky Stream 31-Day Rolling Contract: £18/month base TV plus £25/month for Sky Sports, with a £20 setup fee. Cancel anytime. Total from £43/month.
  • NOW Day Membership: 24-hour pass for one major match. Access all 12 Sky Sports channels for £14.99 daily.
  • Virgin Media Stream: Free Stream box for Virgin broadband customers. Add Sky Sports HD pack for £31.75/month on a 30-day rolling contract.

FAQs About Watching Aston Villa

How can I stream Aston Villa matches live?

Streaming depends on which broadcaster holds the rights for the game. Use official platforms linked to Sky Sports or TNT Sports depending on the fixture.

Where to watch Aston Villa in the FA Cup and Carabao Cup?

  • FA Cup: TNT Sports covers every match from the third round except 3pm Saturday kick-offs. Stream on HBO Max or BT.com. BBC broadcasts selected free-to-air matches via BBC One and iPlayer.
  • Carabao Cup: Matches air exclusively on Sky Sports, streamable via Sky Go and NOW TV.

Where can I watch Aston Villa in the Champions League?

For 2026/27, live rights are shared by TNT Sports and Amazon Prime Video. This is the final season before Paramount+ takes over most rights next year.

  • Amazon Prime: Broadcasts the top Tuesday evening pick. If Villa plays then, it's exclusive to Amazon Prime.
  • TNT Sports: Covers remaining Champions League games, including Wednesdays and other Tuesdays. Stream live via HBO Max, TNT Sports’ UK streaming partner.

How to listen to Aston Villa on the radio?

The club’s official platform, VillaTV, provides live commentary for all Premier League, Champions League, and cup games. Available on the Aston Villa app or the club website.

For those in the West Midlands, BBC Radio WM (95.6 FM/DAB) offers live free commentary on matchdays. Online streams are blacked out due to rights restrictions; use VillaTV for online audio.

National radio coverage splits between talkSPORT and BBC Radio 5 Live including 5 Sports Extra for domestic matches.

Where to find Aston Villa highlights?

  • Sky Sports YouTube: Quick 2-3 minute highlights, available 15-30 minutes after full-time. Free.
  • TNT Sports YouTube: Short highlights shortly after full-time. Free or subscription-based.
  • BBC One / iPlayer: Extended highlights and analysis on Saturday and Sunday nights. Requires TV license.
  • VillaTV: Standard and extended highlights, plus full replays available from midnight or next day. Free with registration.
  • Aston Villa Official YouTube: Pitch-side angles and behind-the-scenes clips available 24-48 hours post-match. Free.

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