Hoping to watch Barcelona vs. Atletico Madrid for free? Here are the apps and channels you’ll need

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: quick links

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.

Proton VPN subscription

Need a low-cost VPN packed with useful features and servers in 130+ countries? All Proton plans support up to 10 devices at once and include a powerful ad blocker, split tunneling, and other security features. The open-source design, strong audit history, and Swiss headquarters check all the boxes for privacy and openness you’d want from a VPN, too.

How to use a VPN

• Sign up for a VPN if you don’t already have one.
• Install it on the device you’re using to watch.
• Turn it on and set it to the location of your streaming service, like Ireland or Italy.
• Navigate to the streaming service and sign in if required.
• Enjoy the match.

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.

Paramount Plus Essential (Monthly Plan)

Paramount Plus is perfect for viewers who want to stream CBS TV shows, local NFL games, and tons of content from Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET, and MTV. And if you get the premium tier, you can also unlock ad-free streaming and access to Showtime.

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.

Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries, and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Business Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.

Lillian Brown

Senior Associate Editor of Streaming

I’m the Senior Associate Editor of Streaming at Business Insider. A lifelong entertainment and media buff, I specialize in helping you find how to watch your favorite shows, movies, and sporting events.My areas of expertiseMy main expertise is in streaming services, television, and film. I’ve tested nearly every major streaming platform, many of which I’ve used for several years (and through several rounds of price hikes and rebrands). I evaluate the services for content, user-friendliness, cross-device compatibility, and other metrics to see how they hold up in an increasingly competitive market.In addition to my entertainment background, I also help support our deals and tech verticals. I contribute to our coverage of virtual private networks (VPNs) and smartphones. My experienceI’ve been writing about entertainment, sports, TV, and film for over seven years, starting my career in the Living/Arts department of The Boston Globe. I went on to write entertainment features, roundups, and conduct celebrity interviews for publications like Vulture, TV Guide, Esquire, Time, and The Daily Beast before joining Business Insider as a streaming specialist on the Reviews team.In my current role, I write about everything from finding the right VPN for watching overseas soccer games to choosing the best streaming service for original TV series. When I’m not writing, I’m editing stories from freelancers or fellow Reviews team members.I’m also an expert deal hunter. I love the thrill of sharing an amazing discount with readers, whether it be on my favorite streaming services or on products I know our team loves and recommends. I play an active role in writing about sales and deals for the Reviews team, especially on major shopping holidays.Why you can trust meWhether I’m testing streaming platform interfaces or actively comparing channel offerings between services, I always have my finger on the pulse of what’s new in entertainment. I’m the first person to know when a streaming service has changed its price, and whether or not it’s still worth paying for. As a sports fan, I also understand the complexities of ensuring you can watch every single game in a season, especially as streaming services continue to pick up exclusive rights to select sporting events. I think that streaming services should make your life easier, not harder, and I strive to help make that a reality with our guides.Outside of workMost of the time, you can find me watching a horror movie, WNBA game, or long-distance running. I live in Boston.

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