How to watch Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid: free streams, preview for Champions League 2025/26 game

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Can Julian Alvarez become the first player to breach Arsenal's backline in the UCL this season?

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Atletico are the type of opponents that used to keep Arsenal fans and players up at night. Not now. If imitation is the highest form of flattery, then Mikel Arteta has tickled Diego Simeone pink with praise by recasting the Gunners in the Rojiblancos' image. El Cholo and Atletico effectively pulling down the curtain on Arsene Wenger's 21-year Arsenal tenure might have had something to do with it.

Having had the best defensive record in the competition last season, Arsenal are one of two sides yet to concede a goal in the Champions League this term. And it appears they also have something of a psychological edge. Although Atleti have scored in every game they've played this season, they're yet to win away from home. They've also gone winless in their past nine UCL group/league phase ties with English opposition, while star man Julian Alvarez drew blanks against Arsenal in four games as a Man City player.

That said, the Argentine was part of a rotating cast of playmakers in those days. Afforded a leading role at Atletico, he's established himself as one of the most prolific goalscorers and creators in the world. And he's been especially deadly in the Champions League, where's he's habitually demonstrated his knack for finding the net from difficult angles and situations.

Viktor Gyokeres was prolific in the Champions League for Sporting Lisbon last season, but still waiting to get off the mark in the competition for his new club. Instead it's Arsenal's wide man that are doing the damage both in Europe and the Premier League, albeit with fellow big signing Eberechi Eze also yet to find his groove.

Read on for our guide on where to watch Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid live streams online, on TV and potentially for free wherever you are.

Can I watch Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid free of charge?

Azerbaijan residents can stream Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid for free on CBC Sports.

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How to watch Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid live streams in the US

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The Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid live stream is on Paramount Plus in the USA.

A subscription to Paramount Plus starts at $7.99/month, rising to $12.99 to remove ads. You can save on either package by committing to a yearly subscription.

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How to watch Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid live streams in the UK

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The Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid live stream is on Prime Video in the UK.

Prime Video is available as part of the Amazon Prime membership, which costs £8.99/month or £95/year. Alternatively, you can sign up for Prime Video on its own for £5.99/month. New Prime subscribers get a free 30-day trial.

Traveling away from the UK right now? Use a VPN to watch Prime Video from abroad while you're away from home.

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Can I watch Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid on my mobile?

Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or via your phone's browser.

You can also stay up-to-date with key 2025/26 Champions League moments on the official social media channels on X/Twitter (@ChampionsLeague), Instagram (@ChampionsLeague), TikTok (@ChampionsLeague) and UEFA's YouTube (@UEFA).

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Aatif Sulleyman
Aatif Sulleyman

Aatif is a freelance copywriter and journalist based in the UK. He’s written about technology, science and politics for publications including Gizmodo, The Independent, Trusted Reviews and Newsweek, but focuses on streaming at Future, an arrangement that combines two of his greatest passions: sport and penny-pinching.

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