Direct answer
Find out who holds the rights for the competition in your country — usually listed on the league's official website — and watch through that broadcaster's app or website, a streaming service that carries it, or a free-to-air channel.
How rights work
Leagues sell broadcasting rights separately in each country or region, usually for several seasons at a time. That is why the same match is on different services in different places.
Finding the right service
- Visit the competition's official website — most have a "Where to watch" or broadcast-partners page.
- Check the broadcaster's own site for the specific match.
- Look for single-match passes or monthly plans if you only watch occasionally.
Signs a stream is legal
- Operated by a known broadcaster or league.
- Available in official app stores.
- Requires an account or subscription (with free exceptions from public broadcasters).
- No pop-ups pushing you to install other apps.
Travelling abroad
In the EU, subscribers can use their home streaming services while temporarily travelling in another EU country under the portability regulation. Outside the EU, rules depend on the service's terms.
FAQ
Are highlights on YouTube legal?
Yes, when posted by the league, club or rights holder's official channel.