Anfield hosts an opening-night reunion as Liverpool welcome Atlético Madrid for another Champions League meeting. Liverpool won a five-goal thriller in this fixture last season, and both sides will want an early advantage in the league phase. Here are the viewing options, kick-off details and pre-match essentials.
Key info
- Competition: UEFA Champions League (2026/27), league phase, Matchday 1
- Date: Wednesday, 9 September 2026
- Kick-off: 20:00 BST (15:00 ET / 12:00 PT / 21:00 CEST)
- Venue: Anfield, Liverpool
How to watch - by country
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports, on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate; streaming through HBO Max with TNT Sports.
- United States: Paramount+ in English; TUDN and ViX for Spanish-language coverage.
- France: Canal+, with Canal+ Foot, Canal+ Live 2 and myCANAL listed.
- Australia: Stan Sport.
- Canada: FuboTV with DAZN access included in the subscription or added separately; also available directly through DAZN.
- Brazil: TNT Brasil and Max.
- Mexico: FOX One.
- Argentina: Fox Sports Argentina and Disney+ Premium.
- Malaysia: beIN Sports, beIN SPORTS CONNECT and sooka.
- Indonesia: SCTV, beIN Sports 1, beIN SPORTS CONNECT and Vidio.
Team news & probable lineups
Liverpool remain without Hugo Ekitike, Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni. Joe Gomez’s availability needs a late check. Bradley Barcola is a contender for his first start, while Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister compete for a midfield place.
Atlético are expected to be without Alexander Sørloth. Jonathan David and Julián Álvarez offer alternative options up front, while Cristian Romero could come into the defence.
Liverpool (4-2-3-1, probable): Alisson; Araújo, Jacquet, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Szoboszlai, Gravenberch; Barcola, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak.
Atlético Madrid (4-2-3-1, probable): Oblak; Llorente, Pubill, Romero, Grimaldo; Koke, Hjulmand; Giuliano Simeone, Baena, Lookman; David.
These are projected teams, with starting lineups confirmed before kick-off.
Head-to-head & form
- Recent meetings: Liverpool have won the last three encounters, including a 3-2 victory at Anfield in September 2025.
- Anfield history: Atlético’s memorable 3-2 extra-time win in March 2020 ended Liverpool’s defence of the trophy.
- Liverpool’s start: Two league draws were followed by a 2-0 win at Ipswich.
- Atlético’s latest result: A 3-0 defeat at Athletic Club leaves the visitors looking for a response.
Key pre-match stats
- Strong home record: Liverpool have won 22 of their last 26 Champions League home matches in the group stage or league phase.
- English hurdle: Atlético have yet to beat English opposition in a Champions League group-stage or league-phase game, recording four draws and six defeats.
- Scoring consistency: Atlético have found the net in 22 of their last 24 group-stage or league-phase matches.
- Isak’s European target: Alexander Isak enters with one goal from 13 Champions League appearances.
- Late drama last time: Virgil van Dijk scored Liverpool’s winner in the 92nd minute when these teams met last season.
FAQs
What time is Liverpool vs Atlético Madrid?
Kick-off is 20:00 BST, 15:00 ET and 12:00 PT on Wednesday, 9 September.
Is it on UK TV?
Yes. TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate carry the match, with streaming through HBO Max with TNT Sports.
Can I watch on FuboTV?
In Canada, yes, with DAZN access. For US viewers, the verified options are Paramount+, TUDN and ViX; Fubo availability has not been confirmed.