EFL Championship · 2026/27How to Watch EFL Championship in the UK 2026/27
Verified guide to watching EFL Championship from the UK: which broadcaster holds the 2026/27 rights, start times in your local time and how to follow it all free from this page.
Rights verified as of August 7, 2026
Broadcasters with rights in the UK
This page (Free)Free-to-air
Watch EFL Championship live from any country, no sign-up: pick an event from the schedule and choose a server.
Sky SportsSubscription
1,000+ EFL matches a season through 2028/29 (also on NOW).
ITV / ITVXFree-to-air
10 live matches a season, free-to-air.
Local kick-off times
Typical slots for a typical Championship matchday (Saturday and midweek), converted to local time in the UK:
| League time | Local time |
|---|---|
| 12:30 | 12:30 |
| 15:00 | 15:00 |
| 19:45 | 19:45 |
See also
Frequently asked questions
What channel shows EFL Championship in the UK?+
The 2026/27 EFL Championship rights in the UK belong to Sky Sports, ITV / ITVX. You can also watch everything free from this page, with the full schedule and a player per event.
What time does EFL Championship kick off in the UK?+
Typical slots for a typical Championship matchday (Saturday and midweek), already converted to local time, are shown in the table on this page. Every match also has its own page with the exact converted time.
Can I watch EFL Championship for free in the UK?+
Yes: from this page you can follow EFL Championship live and free, with no sign-up. Pick the event from the schedule and choose a streaming server.