Editor's note: Updated on April 14, 2026, to include additional information about the teams, the results of the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals, and global streaming options.
The Champions League continues with the second and final leg of the quarterfinals. We've gathered everything you need to know about how to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona, including free and global streaming options.
If you don't want to read any further: today's match will live stream on Paramount Plus in the US, TNT Sports on HBO Max in the UK, and for free on Virgin Media 2 in Ireland. If you're away from Ireland at kick-off, you can still access your streaming service by using a VPN, like Proton VPN. Below, you can find all the details on international watch options.
Atletico Madrid and Barcelona meet again just one week after the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinals, which Atleti won 2-0. Barca, fresh off a weekend La Liga win, will need to pull out all of the stops today if they want to remain in the competition. Barcelona breezed through the season to secure a spot in the Round of 16, but Atletico Madrid had to fight for their spot in the knockout phase playoffs, so a decisive win in the QFs would be a true testament to their late-season prowess. If you're hoping to tune into any of the other three QF matches this week, make sure to check out our guide on where to watch Champions League, which will have you covered for the remainder of the competition.
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona for free
The Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona match is available for free in select regions. In Ireland, fans can watch for free through Virgin Media 2. While this service won't have every single Champions League match this season, it carries multiple games each week, including one of Wednesday's quarterfinal matches.
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona from anywhere
If you're away from Ireland when the match begins, you can still access your free streaming option with the help of a VPN. VPNs, or virtual private networks, are handy tech tools that enable people to change the virtual location on their electronic devices. They're especially 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 about the app in our roundup of the best VPN services.
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona in the US
Paramount Plus is the streaming home for all things Champions League in the US. Games, including today's Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona match, are available across all service tiers. That means you can stream the action with Paramount Plus Essential, which only costs $9 a month.
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona in the UK
The majority of Champions League matches, including today's Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona 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 Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona in Ireland
In Ireland, Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona is available for free through Virgin Media 2. This streaming option carries several Champions League matches this season, including today's Atleti vs. Barca match and tomorrow's Arsenal vs. Sporting Lisbon match, although you won't find every single CL game here this season.
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona 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 Atletico Madrid vs. Barcelona match. All in all, it'll cost you $32 a month.
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