How to Watch Real Madrid v. Barcelona in La Liga: TV Channel, Streaming Details, and Kick-Off Time
The long-standing rivals Real Madrid and Barcelona are set to clash at the Santiago Bernabéu on Sunday in the first El Clásico of the 2025/26 season.
This weekend marks a special moment for Xabi Alonso, who featured in 30 El Clásico matches as a player — winning eight and losing 15 — and will now experience the rivalry for the first time as a coach.
Real Madrid head into the showdown on the back of four consecutive victories, sitting two points clear at the top of La Liga. Meanwhile, Barcelona arrive full of confidence after thrashing Olympiacos 6-1 in midweek Champions League action, with Marcus Rashford stealing the spotlight by scoring twice. The English forward will be eager to make an impression in his first-ever El Clásico.
When is Real Madrid vs Barcelona?
The match will take place on Sunday, October 26, 2025, with kick-off at 3:15 PM (local time).
For the latest fixture updates, check out our live football on TV guide.
What channel is Real Madrid v. Barcelona on?
The match will be broadcast live on Premier Sports, which recently returned to the UK under the new name Viaplay Sports. Fans can watch the action on TV or stream it online via the Premier Sports Player.
Subscribers can also tune in on multiple devices, including laptops, smartphones, and tablets through the app.
Is Real Madrid vs Barcelona on radio?
Unfortunately, there will be no national radio broadcast for this match. Check your local stations for any available regional coverage.
What’s next for Real Madrid and Barcelona?
Following El Clásico, Real Madrid will face Valencia on Saturday, November 1, at the Santiago Bernabéu. Coach Alonso may rotate his squad ahead of a crucial Champions League trip to Anfield just three days later.
As for Barcelona, they’ll take on Elche on Sunday, November 2, in a match that should be relatively straightforward for the reigning Spanish champions. Afterward, the Catalans travel to Belgium to meet Club Brugge in the Champions League on Wednesday, November 5.
