Here are all of the details of where you can watch Benfica vs Real Madrid on US television and via legal streaming:
| WHO | Benfica vs Real Madrid |
| WHAT | UEFA Champions League |
| WHEN | 3pm ET / 12pm PT • Tuesday, September 16, 2026 |
| WHERE | Paramount+, DirecTV Stream, UniMás, TUDN and ViX |
| FREE TRIAL | WATCH NOW |
Match Overview
The UEFA Champions League knockout round play-offs deliver a compelling rematch as Benfica and Real Madrid meet again after their explosive 4-2 battle, a game remembered for goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin’s dramatic late strike that propelled the Portuguese side forward and forced Madrid into the tougher postseason route.
Now, with a Round of 16 berth within reach, Benfica aim to confirm their rise on Europe’s biggest stage while Los Blancos arrive determined to restore order and keep their title aspirations alive in a showdown no soccer fan should miss.
More details on how to watch
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