The start of the 2025/26 La Liga season is finally upon us, and the excitement for a new campaign under Hansi Flick is palpable for Barcelona fans. The Blaugrana will kick off their season on the road against Real Mallorca, a fixture that marks the beginning of their quest to reclaim the Spanish title. For fans eager to catch all the action, here is your comprehensive guide on where to watch the match live, wherever you are in the world.
The highly-anticipated season opener will take place on Saturday, August 16, at the Estadi Mallorca Son Moix. Kick-off is scheduled for 6:30 PM BST (British Summer Time), which is 7:30 PM CEST in Spain, and 1:30 PM ET on the U.S. East Coast.
So, where can you see Lamine Yamal, Pedri and co play, and hopefully win the three points, if you’re not on the Baelaric Island?
In the United Kingdom, fans can tune in to Premier Sports to catch all the live action. The broadcaster, which holds the exclusive rights to La Liga in the UK and Ireland, will be showing the match on Premier Sports 2.
Fans in the United States will be able to watch the game across the extensive ESPN network. The match will be televised on ESPN2, with a live stream available on the ESPN+ app, which holds the exclusive rights to all La Liga matches in the United States. Fans can also find the broadcast on ESPN Deportes for Spanish-language commentary.
For local fans in Spain, the coverage of the 2025/26 La Liga season is split between two primary broadcasters: Movistar and DAZN. The match is expected to be available on both platforms, giving viewers plenty of options to watch their favorite team take to the field.
As Barcelona begins its new era under Hansi Flick, this opening fixture promises to be an unmissable event. Whether you are in Europe, the United States, or anywhere else, be sure to tune in and see if the Blaugrana can start the season with a crucial three points.