How to watch Real Madrid vs. Man City: Live stream Champions League free from anywhere
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Champions League continues with some can't-miss Round of 16 action. We've gathered everything you need to know about how to watch Real Madrid vs. Man City, including free streaming options.
Real Madrid and Man City meet once again, this time for the first leg of the Round of 16. During the 2024-2025 Champions League season, the teams squared off in the knockout phase playoffs. Real Madrid won both games, resulting in a 6-3 aggregate that propelled the Spanish team forward, although they were eventually bounced in the quarterfinals. The two teams last met in December, when Man City won 2-1, so it's anyone's game today.
Keep reading to learn how to watch the Champions League around the world. We've also highlighted free options and outlined how to tune in from anywhere.
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How to watch Real Madrid vs. Man City for free in Ireland
The Real Madrid vs. Man City match will be available for free in Ireland. Fans can live stream the match via RTE2. While this option doesn't offer every Champions League game, it does carry a handful of matches each season.
How to watch Real Madrid vs. Man City from anywhere
If you're away from Ireland, you can still access the free streaming option with the help of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are easy-to-use tech tools that let people change their device's virtual location. They're extra popular among those looking to keep up with their usual services while traveling abroad or hoping to boost their cybersecurity.
ProtonVPN is a top-rated option. It's fast, user-friendly (even for beginners), and has a 30-day money-back guarantee. You can learn more in our ProtonVPN guide.
How to watch Real Madrid vs. Man City in the US
Paramount Plus is the streaming home for all things Champions League in the US. Games, including today's Real Madrid vs. Man City match, are available across all service tiers. That means you can stream the action with Paramount Plus Essential, which only costs $9 a month.
How to watch Real Madrid vs. Man City in the UK
The majority of Champions League matches, including today's Real Madrid vs. Man City game, are available to stream through TNT Sports on Discovery Plus in the UK. Sports-friendly tiers start at £31 a month.
How to watch Real Madrid vs. Man City in Australia
Stan is the live streaming home of the Champions League in Australia. Stan's Basic plan costs $12 a month, but you'll need to add the Sport add-on for an additional $20 a month to access sporting events like today's Real Madrid vs. Man City match. All in all, it'll run you $32 a month.
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