The highly anticipated Barcelona vs Espanyol derby is set to take place this Saturday, January 3, 2026, as La Liga action returns for the new year. Hansi Flick’s side, currently sitting at the top of the table with 46 points, looks to start 2026 with a statement win. Meanwhile, a resurgent Espanyol side, currently in 5th place, aims to pull off a historic upset at the RCDE Stadium.
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Match Details and Kick-off Time
The Barcelona vs Espanyol clash will kick off at 8:00 PM UK time (9:00 PM local time in Spain). As one of the most significant fixtures in the Catalan sporting calendar, fans around the globe are tuning in to witness the first derby of 2026. Here are the regional kick-off times for the match:
- Spain: 9:00 PM CET
- United Kingdom: 8:00 PM GMT
- United States (Eastern Time): 3:00 PM EST
- India: 1:30 AM IST (January 4)
- Egypt: 10:00 PM EET
The encounter at the RCDE Stadium is expected to be a sell-out as the “Periquitos” look to end their long home winless streak against their illustrious neighbors.
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TV Channels for Barcelona vs Espanyol
For those watching on traditional television, the Barcelona vs Espanyol game is widely available through major sports broadcasters. In Spain, the match is being broadcast live on Movistar LaLiga and DAZN.
In the United Kingdom, fans can catch the action on Premier Sports 1. Across the Atlantic, viewers in the United States can find the game on ESPN+ (English and Spanish commentary), while in India, the match is being carried by FanCode.
Live Streaming and Digital Options
If you prefer to follow the Barcelona vs Espanyol derby on your mobile device or laptop, several digital platforms are providing high-quality streams:
- Spain: Movistar+ and DAZN online platforms.
- UK: Premier Sports Player and a new weekly streaming deal via Disney+.
- USA: Full match coverage is exclusive to the ESPN+ app.
- *MENA (Egypt/UAE): Fans can stream the derby live on beIN Connect or the TOD app.
