Eintracht Frankfurt host Tottenham in UEFA Champions League league-phase Round 8 with very different stakes. Frankfurt are already eliminated after a 3-2 loss to Qarabağ FK, so this is about pride and ending a rough European campaign on a high. Tottenham arrive sitting 5th in the table after seven matches, and a win locks in a top-eight finish and direct qualification to the last 16. Kick-off at Deutsche Bank Park should feel like a knockout night anyway.
Match Preview
Eintracht Frankfurt’s Champions League run is over, but the final matchday still matters for momentum and reputation. They come into Round 8 winless in six UCL games, with defensive issues dominating the story: they have conceded three or more goals in five of their last six matches. Frankfurt have also dropped nine points from winning positions in this league phase, turning promising moments into costly results. With elimination confirmed after the 3-2 defeat to Qarabağ FK, the mission is clear: deliver a disciplined performance at home and give the fans a result to take into the domestic run-in.
Tottenham travel to Frankfurt with a clean target. They are 5th in the league-phase table after seven matches, and victory secures a top-eight finish and the direct last-16 ticket. Spurs have looked far more convincing in Europe than their domestic form suggests, winning their last two UCL fixtures 2-0 against Dortmund and 3-0 against Slavia Praha. Their numbers back it up: five clean sheets in seven matches (71%). The away record is the one concern: Tottenham have no wins in three away UCL games (D2 L1), so they still need to prove they can close out a high-stakes European night on the road.
This fixture also carries recent history. Tottenham eliminated Frankfurt in last season’s Europa League quarter-finals, 2-1 on aggregate, including a 1-0 win in Germany. Spurs are unbeaten in their last four meetings with Frankfurt (W2 D2), and the overall head-to-head stands at Tottenham W3 D2 L1. Frankfurt have the home crowd and the motivation to spoil Tottenham’s direct-qualification push, while Spurs have the stronger European form and the bigger prize on the line.
Where to watch – Global Guide
Kick-off is Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 21:00 CET from Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt, Germany. Viewers can watch through major rightsholders such as TNT Sports in the UK, Paramount+ in the USA, and Stan Sport in Australia, with coverage varying by country.
| Country | broadcaster | Kick-off Time (Local) |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | Sky Austria, Canal+ | 21:00 |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | DPG Media, RTL Belgium, Proximus | 21:00 |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | Viaplay | 21:00 |
| 🇫🇷 France | Canal+, M6 | 21:00 |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | DAZN, ZDF | 21:00 |
| 🇮🇱 Israel | The Sports Channel | 21:00 |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | Sky | 21:00 |
| 🇲🇩 Moldova | Setanta, Jurnal TV | 21:00 |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | Ziggo Sport | 21:00 |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | Canal+ | 21:00 |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | Sport TV | 21:00 |
| 🇮🇪 Republic of Ireland | RTE, Saran Media | 21:00 |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | Telefonica, RTVE | 21:00 |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | SRG | 21:00 |
| 🇹🇷 Türkiye | TRT | 21:00 |
| 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Megogo | 21:00 |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | TNT Sports, discovery+, Prime Video | 20:00 |
| 🇲🇦 Middle East/North Africa | beIN | 21:00 |
| 🇿🇦 Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport, Canal+ | 21:00 |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | TNT Sports, SBT, Max Brazil | 21:00 |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | DAZN | 21:00 |
| 🇨🇷 Central America | ESPN | 21:00 |
| 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic | Televideo | 21:00 |
| 🇭🇹 Haiti | Canal+ | 21:00 |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | Max, Caliente TV | 21:00 |
| 🇦🇷 South America (excluding Brazil) | ESPN | 21:00 |
| 🇺🇸 United States of America | Paramount+, TUDN, DAZN | 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Stan Sport | 06:00 (Sydney) |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Sony, TAPMAD | 21:00 |
| 🇨🇳 PR China | iQIYI | 21:00 |
| 🇭🇰 Hong Kong SAR | beIN | 21:00 |
| 🇮🇳 Indian Sub-Continent | Sony | 01:30 (India) |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | beIN | 21:00 |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | WOWOW | 05:00 (Japan) |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | DAZN | 21:00 |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | Sony, TAPMAD | 21:00 |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | beIN | 21:00 |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | beIN | 21:00 |
| 🇹🇼 Taiwan/Chinese Tapei | Elta | 21:00 |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | beIN | 21:00 |
How to watch anywhere with VPN
A VPN can help you access your usual streaming service when you travel, since Champions League coverage is often geo-restricted. Pick a reputable VPN, install it on your device, and connect to a server in the country where your account works (for example, the UK). Open your streaming app, sign in, and start watching. Most top VPNs support iOS, Android, desktop, and many smart TV platforms, so you can stream on the same screens you normally use.
How to watch at Sportsbooks
Some sportsbooks show live streams for selected matches when you have an eligible account. Availability varies by country and competition, and this match may not be offered everywhere. The usual process is simple: create an account, complete verification if required, make a deposit (or keep a funded balance), then open the event page and look for a live stream or “Play” icon. Always check your local rules and the bookmaker’s streaming terms before kick-off.
Frankfurt want a final European night to remember, while Tottenham need the points to secure a top-eight finish and skip the play-off round. Don’t miss kick-off at 21:00 CET, and check your local listings for the correct broadcaster.