Welcome to the 2026-27 European soccer hub – your home for schedules, standings, US TV, and free printables across Europe’s big five leagues and the Champions League. With the World Cup wrapping up, the club season kicks back off in August 2026: the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, and Ligue 1. Use this page to jump to any league, see who to watch, and grab printable schedules as we roll them out.
Quick Facts
- Leagues covered: Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, plus the UEFA Champions League
- Season: 2026-27, opening in August 2026 (Premier League starts August 21) and running to May 2027
- Defending champions: Arsenal (England), Barcelona (Spain), Inter Milan (Italy), Bayern Munich (Germany), Paris Saint-Germain (France)
- US TV: Premier League on NBC/Peacock; La Liga and Bundesliga on ESPN; Serie A and the Champions League on Paramount+; Ligue 1 on beIN Sports
- What’s here: league schedules, live tables, how-to-watch, and printable team calendars
Europe’s big five leagues at a glance
| League | Country | Teams | 2025-26 Champion | US TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | England | 20 | Arsenal | NBC / Peacock |
| La Liga | Spain | 20 | Barcelona | ESPN |
| Serie A | Italy | 20 | Inter Milan | Paramount+ |
| Bundesliga | Germany | 18 | Bayern Munich | ESPN |
| Ligue 1 | France | 18 | Paris Saint-Germain | beIN Sports |
How to watch European soccer in the US (2026-27)
| Competition | US TV / Streaming |
|---|---|
| Premier League | NBC, USA Network, Peacock, Telemundo |
| La Liga | ESPN (ESPN Select, ESPN Deportes) |
| Serie A | Paramount+ (CBS) |
| Bundesliga | ESPN (ESPN Select) |
| Ligue 1 | beIN Sports |
| UEFA Champions League | Paramount+ (CBS), through 2029-30 |
Premier League (England)
The 20-team Premier League opens the 2026-27 season on August 21, 2026. Arsenal are the defending champions after ending a 22-year title drought. In the US, matches air across NBC, USA Network, Telemundo, and Peacock. Full schedule, live table, and printable team calendars are rolling out now.
La Liga (Spain)
Spain’s 20-team La Liga returns in August 2026 with Barcelona chasing a third straight title. Every match streams in the US on ESPN (ESPN Select and ESPN Deportes). Schedule, standings, and printables are on the way.
Serie A (Italy)
Italy’s 20-team Serie A is back in August 2026, with Inter Milan defending the Scudetto. US coverage lives on Paramount+. Look for the full fixture list, table, and printable calendars soon.
Bundesliga (Germany)
Germany’s 18-team Bundesliga opens in August 2026 with Bayern Munich once again the team to beat. Games stream in the US on ESPN (ESPN Select). Schedule, standings, and printables are rolling out.
Ligue 1 (France)
France’s 18-team Ligue 1 returns in August 2026 with Paris Saint-Germain going for a sixth consecutive crown. US rights are now with beIN Sports. Full schedule, table, and printables to come.
UEFA Champions League
Europe’s premier club competition returns for 2026-27 in its 36-team league-phase format, with the knockout bracket forming in the new year and the final in late May 2027. English-language coverage in the US is on Paramount+ (CBS) through 2029-30. A printable Champions League bracket and schedule are on the way.
Coming off the tournament? See our summer sports coverage and last season’s 2025-26 European league results.
Frequently asked questions
When does the 2026-27 European soccer season start?
The big five leagues open in August 2026. The Premier League begins on August 21, 2026, with La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, and Ligue 1 all starting in mid-to-late August. Seasons run through May 2027.
Who are the defending European league champions?
Arsenal (Premier League), Barcelona (La Liga), Inter Milan (Serie A), Bayern Munich (Bundesliga), and Paris Saint-Germain (Ligue 1) won their leagues in 2025-26.
How can I watch European soccer in the US?
The Premier League is on NBC, USA Network, Telemundo, and Peacock. La Liga and the Bundesliga are on ESPN. Serie A and the Champions League are on Paramount+. Ligue 1 is on beIN Sports.
Official league information: Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1.
