Today, the world of football is set to be treated to a feast of live action across multiple TV channels. The English Football League (EFL) returns with no Saturday 3pm blackout, ensuring that all 36 matches across the Championship, League One, and League Two are broadcast live on Sky Sports. Additionally, there are a host of other high-profile matches to look out for, including the Community Shield final between Arsenal and Manchester City, the Women's Africa Cup of Nations final, and the second round of the Premier Sports Cup. Sky Sports boasts the lion's share of football TV rights for the 2026/27 season, including a significant number of Premier League and Barclays Women's Super League games. TNT Sports will also be showing Premier League, Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League action throughout the season, with the service now available to stream via HBO Max in the UK.
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Live Football on TV Today: Guide to Matches and Broadcasts
This guide provides an overview of live football matches available on various TV channels today, featuring the return of EFL matches and significant fixtures such as the Community Shield and Women's Africa Cup of Nations final.
