Where to watch the Super Bowl: Live stream Seahawks vs. Patriots in 2026
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The Seahawks and Patriots head to Santa Clara for Super Bowl LX. We've compiled everything you need to know about where to watch the Super Bowl, including free and global live streaming options.
Following a thrilling playoff run, Super Bowl LX is just around the corner. The game, which kicks off on February 8, will see the Seattle Seahawks face the New England Patriots in a rematch of the 2015 Super Bowl, which the Pats won 28-24. This year's Super Bowl looks a bit different from the past several years, with some fresh faces hitting the field. The Philadelphia Eagles, the reigning champions, were bounced in the Wild Card round, and the Kansas City Chiefs, who appeared in five of the six previous Super Bowls, missed the playoffs altogether.
The Patriots, helmed by sophomore quarterback Drake Maye and former player-turned-head coach Mike Vrabel, are looking to win their first Super Bowl without Tom Brady, who led the team to all six of their previous wins. The Seahawks, who have just one Super Bowl to their name, are looking to bring a second home to Seattle, under the careful guidance of QB Sam Darnold, who joined the team ahead of this season after stints with the Jets, Panthers, 49ers, and Vikings.
Keep reading to learn all the best ways to watch the Super Bowl, even if you don't have cable. If you're hoping to attend in person, make sure to check out our Super Bowl tickets guide.
Where to watch the Super Bowl in the US
Super Bowl LX airs on NBC in the US. There are several ways to live stream the game, but Peacock is our top recommendation. NBC and Peacock Super Bowl coverage will be available in 4K. Peacock is NBC's direct streaming counterpart, and Super Bowl coverage is available through the service's Premium and Premium Plus tiers. Peacock Premium costs $11 a month and offers ad-supported on-demand content and select live sporting events, like the Super Bowl and the Olympics. Peacock Premium costs $17 a month and unlocks ad-free content and a 24/7 live stream of your local NBC station.
If you're looking for something with a free trial, a live TV streaming service might be worth considering. You can check out our roundup of the best live TV streaming services, or explore our best overall cable alternative, DirecTV, below.
The month-to-month streaming service DirecTV carries NBC in several packages, including both signature plans and genre packs. The cheapest way to live stream NBC via DirecTV is through the MyNews genre pack, which costs $40 a month and carries around 10 channels. If you're a sports fanatic, then the MySports genre pack might be a better fit. It costs $70 a month and carries 20 key sports channels, in addition to ESPN Unlimited access. NBC is also available in the service's signature plans, which start at $90 a month for an Entertainment subscription. All plans come with a five-day free trial for new customers.
Where to watch the Super Bowl in the UK
Channel 5 will broadcast the Super Bowl for free in the UK, and viewers will be able to live stream the coverage. They just need to create an account if they don't already have one, and then they're all set to start streaming. UK Coverage will also be available through Sky Sports and the DAZN NFL Game Pass. DAZN's Game Pass, which is down to just a one-off £1 payment, is a great option for British fans hoping to watch the US broadcast and ads.
How to watch the Super Bowl from anywhere
DAZN's NFL Game Pass will offer comprehensive Super Bowl live streams for most regions outside the US and China. Several countries also typically offer free broadcasts, and we'll keep this page updated as those emerge.
If you're away from the UK and hoping to access the above free Channel 5 option, you can do so with the help of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are easy-to-use cybersecurity tools that let people alter the virtual location on their electronic devices. This way, their favorite websites and apps work from anywhere. They're especially popular options among those traveling abroad and hoping to access their usual services or upgrade their online security and privacy.
NordVPN is one of the best services on the market, thanks to its fast speeds, extensive server selection, and cybersecurity features. Plus, it comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, so it's no sweat if you find that it's not what you're looking for. You can learn more in our NordVPN review.
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