How watching the Premier League in the UK actually works for 2026/27: which channel has which games, what happens with Saturday 3pm kick-offs, and where the free options are. For this weekend's confirmed picks see Premier League on TV.
The channels
Sky Sports carries the largest share of live games, spread across Saturday evening, Sunday and Monday slots. TNT Sports has the Saturday lunchtime kick-off and further picks. Amazon Prime Video streams a small number of full rounds during the season. Each broadcaster confirms its picks a few weeks ahead, and every confirmed pick shows against the fixture on our fixtures pages.
Saturday 3pm kick-offs
Games that kick off at 3pm on Saturday have traditionally not been shown live on UK television under the long-standing blackout, which exists to protect attendance across the leagues. For those games the live options are radio commentary on talkSPORT or BBC Radio 5 Live, with highlights on Match of the Day.
The free options
Live radio commentary is free on talkSPORT and BBC Radio 5 Live. Match of the Day on the BBC has highlights on Saturday and Sunday nights. Our own live match centre follows every game with the score, line-ups and timeline as it happens.
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Common questions
What channels show the Premier League in the UK?
Sky Sports shows the most games each season, TNT Sports carries the Saturday lunchtime picks and other slots, and Amazon Prime Video has a small set of rounds. Highlights are on Match of the Day on the BBC.
Why is the Saturday 3pm game not on TV?
UK broadcasting has traditionally operated a Saturday afternoon blackout, so 3pm kick-offs are not shown live on UK television. talkSPORT and BBC radio carry live commentary instead.
Can I listen to Premier League games for free?
Yes. talkSPORT and BBC Radio 5 Live carry live commentary of Premier League games at no cost.