where to watch espanyol vs fc barcelona
Espanyol vs FC Barcelona on January 3, 2026 is being shown globally on major La Liga rights holders, with ESPN platforms a primary option in many regions. The safest way to know exactly where to watch in your country is to check your local La Liga broadcaster’s listings and the official FC Barcelona guide for this match.
Kickoff and basic info
- The match is a La Liga fixture played at RCDE Stadium in Cornellà, Catalonia, on January 3, 2026, with kickoff at 20:00 UTC (8 PM GMT / 3 PM ET / 12 PM PT / 1:30 AM IST on Sunday).
- It is the first La Liga game of 2026 and a high‑stakes Catalan derby with both teams in strong league form.
Main official broadcasters
Exact channels vary by country, but current information indicates:
- United States & many international regions
- Live coverage and streaming are available via ESPN platforms, including ESPN+ for La Liga matches.
- Global guide from FC Barcelona
- FC Barcelona’s official site lists the networks that hold 2025–26 La Liga rights in each territory and notes that these broadcasters may carry Espanyol vs FC Barcelona, advising fans to confirm via local listings.
Because rights can shift and not every listed broadcaster will show every single match, always confirm with your local TV guide or streaming app on matchday.
How to find the channel in your country
Use this quick checklist:
- Check FC Barcelona’s “When and where to watch Espanyol v FC Barcelona” page for your region’s La Liga rights holder, then match that to your local TV/streaming options.
- Open your local sports / cable / satellite app (or ESPN app if in a region where ESPN holds La Liga rights) and search for “Espanyol vs Barcelona” on January 3, 2026.
- If you use a legal sports streaming platform (e.g., a service bundled with your TV provider), check their “Live” or “Football / La Liga” section around kickoff time.
Important viewing notes
- FC Barcelona emphasize that they can only list who holds the rights in 2025–26; they cannot guarantee every game is aired on every listed channel, so local confirmation is essential.
- Some unofficial sites promote “free” streams for this exact match, but they are typically unauthorized and may be unsafe or illegal to use. For a reliable experience, stick to official broadcasters and licensed streaming services.
If you tell your country or region, a more precise likely channel/platform can be suggested within those official La Liga rights holders.
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