Paramount+ has positioned itself as the definitive streaming platform for European club soccer in the United States. With exclusive rights to the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League, it is an essential subscription for fans of continental competition. Here is your complete guide.
Soccer Leagues and Competitions on Paramount+
Paramount+ carries an impressive range of soccer content:
- UEFA Champions League: Every match from the league phase through the final, live and on demand
- UEFA Europa League: Full coverage of all rounds
- UEFA Europa Conference League: Complete live coverage
- Serie A (Italian League): Select matches from Italy's top flight
- NWSL (National Women's Soccer League): Live regular-season and playoff matches
- Concacaf Champions Cup: Coverage of North American continental competition
- Select international friendlies and qualifiers
Pricing Breakdown
Essential Plan - $7.99/month ($59.99/year)
Includes all live soccer content with limited ads on entertainment titles. Live sports streams are ad-free during play. This is the recommended plan for soccer-only subscribers.
With Showtime Plan - $12.99/month ($119.99/year)
Adds the full Showtime library, removes most ads, and includes offline downloads. The soccer content is identical, so this plan is only worthwhile if you also want premium movies and shows.
Champions League Coverage Quality
Paramount+ has invested significantly in its Champions League presentation:
- Studio shows hosted by experienced CBS Sports analysts
- Whip-around "Golazo" show covering all simultaneous matches
- Select matches in 4K HDR (a notable advantage over Peacock)
- Multi-language audio options on select broadcasts
- Instant replay availability after every match
CBS Free Broadcast Matches
CBS broadcasts select high-profile Champions League matches on its free over-the-air network. This typically includes both semifinal legs and the final. If you own a digital antenna, you can watch these matches without any subscription.
Device Compatibility
Paramount+ supports iPhones, iPads, Android devices, Smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Vizio), Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, PlayStation, Xbox, and web browsers. Download the app from the relevant app store for your device. For detailed TV setup, see how to watch soccer on Smart TV.
How It Compares
Paramount+ fills a specific niche: European cup competitions and Serie A. It does not carry the Premier League (that is Peacock), La Liga or Bundesliga (ESPN+), or MLS (Apple TV). Most serious soccer fans pair Paramount+ with at least one other subscription. See our head-to-head comparison of Peacock vs. Paramount+.
Is Paramount+ Worth It for Soccer?
If you follow Champions League soccer, yes. At $7.99 per month, it is the cheapest way to watch every UCL match live in the US, plus you get Europa League, Conference League, Serie A, and NWSL as bonuses. The 4K HDR support on select matches is an advantage over most competitors. Compare it against all top streaming apps or visit our streaming hub.