Real Madrid welcome French side Monaco to the Santiago Bernabéu this Tuesday, January 20, 2026, for a high-stakes Matchday 7 fixture in the Champions League.
The “Kings of Europe” enter this clash looking to solidify their position in the top eight of the league phase. Under manager Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid have shown their trademark resilience, though their recent form has been mixed with two wins and two losses in their last five outings. With the home crowd behind them, Los Blancos will rely on the creative spark of Jude Bellingham and the pace of Vinícius Júnior to secure a vital three points.
Monaco
Monaco travel to the Spanish capital aiming to pull off a major upset against the most successful club in the competition’s history.
The French side has mirrored their hosts’ recent form, recording two wins and three defeats in their last five matches. Known for their tactical discipline and explosive counter-attacks, Monaco will look to frustrate Madrid’s midfield and exploit any defensive gaps. Despite being the underdogs, the visitors arrive at the Bernabéu with nothing to lose and everything to gain in their pursuit of a knockout stage spot.
Match Details and Kick-off Time
The Real Madrid v. Monaco game will kick off at 8:00 PM GMT. For fans in other regions, the match timings are as follows:
- United Kingdom: 8:00 PM GMT
- Spain/France (Central Europe): 9:00 PM CET
- Egypt (Local Time in Image): 10:00 PM (GMT +2)
- United States (Eastern Time): 3:00 PM EST
- India: 1:30 AM IST (Wednesday, Jan 21)
The fixture is hosted at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid, and will be officiated by referee Espen Eskås.
TV Channels for Real Madrid v. Monaco
Middle East & North Africa: The match will be broadcast live on beIN Sports 2 with commentary by Hafid Derradji.
United Kingdom: Fans can tune in via TNT Sports.
United States: The game is available on CBS Sports and Paramount+.
Spain: Live coverage is provided by Movistar Liga de Campeones.
Live Streaming and Digital Options
- beIN CONNECT: Available for subscribers in the MENA region via mobile and desktop.
- Paramount+: The primary streaming home for Champions League matches in the US.
- discovery+: UK viewers can stream the match live through the app.
- TOD: Regional fans can access the live stream with a valid subscription.
