The Sheffield Wednesday vs Wrexham A.F.C. Championship match on 31 January 2026 is being shown live on Sky Sports in the UK, and on Paramount+ in the USA.

Match Basics

  • Date & Kick‑off: Saturday, 31 January 2026, at 12:30 PM GMT (7:30 AM EST).
  • Venue: Hillsborough Stadium, Sheffield, England.
  • Competition: EFL Championship.

How to Watch in the UK

In the United Kingdom, the game is being broadcast live on:

  • TV Channel: Sky Sports (likely Sky Sports Football or Sky Sports Main Event).
  • Live Stream:
    • Sky Sports app / website (requires a Sky Sports subscription or a NOW TV Sports Pass).
* NOW TV (Sky Sports Pass) via the NOW app on smart TVs, consoles, or streaming devices.

If the game is selected as a “live pick,” it may also be promoted on Sky Sports linear channels and their online platforms.

How to Watch in the USA

In the United States, fans can watch the match on:

  • Paramount+: The game is available to stream live on Paramount+ (requires a subscription; check the EFL or Sky Sports section).
  • Club Channel (Home): Some US-specific streams may also be available via the Club Channel on Paramount+, depending on local rights.

Other Countries

Broadcasters and streaming options vary by country; common options include:

  • In Canada: often via DAZN or fuboTV (check local EFL coverage).
  • In Australia: typically on Optus Sport or Paramount Australia.
  • Elsewhere: Check local sports networks or EFL streaming partners (e.g., ESPN in some regions, or Star/Disney+ in parts of Asia).

Free or Unofficial Options

  • The official live stream is not free ; you’ll need a TV provider login or a streaming subscription.
  • Some fan channels on YouTube or Twitch may host watch-alongs or live commentary, but these do not show the full broadcast legally.
  • For free live updates, use the official EFL website, BBC Sport, or apps like Sofascore or the BBC Sport app.

Using a VPN (for International Viewers)

If you want to access the UK (Sky Sports) or US (Paramount+) stream from abroad:

  • Use a reliable VPN service (e.g., NordVPN, ExpressVPN) and connect to a server in the UK or USA.
  • Then sign in to Sky Go/Now TV or Paramount+ and stream the match as if you were in that country.

Radio & Live Updates

If you can’t watch live, the match is often covered by:

  • BBC Radio Sheffield / BBC Radio Wales – local radio commentary.
  • TalkSport / BBC Radio 5 Live – possible live updates and highlights.
  • Apps like the BBC Sport app, EFL app, or the official Sheffield Wednesday / Wrexham apps also provide live text commentary and minute‑by‑minute updates.

Bottom line:

  • In the UK: tune in on Sky Sports or stream via Sky Go / NOW TV.
  • In the USA: watch on Paramount+.
  • Elsewhere: check your local EFL broadcaster or use a VPN with one of the above services.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.