How to watch Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid live streams free from anywhere
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The Champions League quarterfinals are underway. Below, you can find everything you need to know about how to watch Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid live streams, including free and global streaming options.
Today's match-ups include a can't-miss showdown between two Spanish titans. Barcelona and Atletico Madrid meet once again, just a month after their most recent La Liga match, which Barcelona won 2-1. Barca had a solid Champions League run this year, securing a spot in the Round of 16 during the league phase with some breathing room. It's been a bit more of a struggle for Atleti, who had to battle it out against Club Brugge in the knockout phase playoffs.
Keep reading to learn how to live stream today's match around the world. We've also highlighted free options and outlined how to tune in from anywhere.
How to watch Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid for free
The Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid match will be available for free in multiple countries. In Ireland, fans can watch for free via Virgin Media 2. In Italy, TV8 will host the free coverage. While these options won't have every Champions League game, they do carry several matches each week.
How to watch Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid from anywhere
If you're away from Ireland or Italy when the match kicks off, you can still access your free streaming options 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.
Proton VPN 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 Proton VPN review and roundup of the best VPN services.
How to watch Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid in the US
Paramount Plus is the streaming home for all things Champions League in the US. Games, including today's Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid 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 Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid in the UK
The majority of Champions League matches, including today's Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid game, are available to watch on TNT Sports in the UK. This means that you can live stream the action through HBO Max, the new streaming home of TNT Sports.
There are some savings if you sign up with a 12-month commitment, but a month-to-month Standard with Ads HBO Max plan with TNT Sports costs about £37 a month. Sole access to TNT Sports costs £31 a month. If you have an existing Discovery Plus subscription, you can keep streaming TNT Sports by downloading HBO Max and signing in using your Discovery Plus credentials.
How to watch Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid 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 Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid match. All in all, it'll cost you $32 a month.
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