KuPS vs Lech Poznań is listed here as a UEFA Conference League fixture for 02/19/2026, a key date in the competition’s knockout phase play-off window. With European progression on the line, this is the kind of tie where one good night can define a season. Broadcast coverage varies heavily by country, so locking in the right TV channel or official stream ahead of kick-off matters.
Match Preview
KuPS will host Lech Poznań in the first leg of their UEFA Conference League knockout play-off tie on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 18:45 CET. The match takes place at Tammelan Stadion (not their usual home ground) as the Finnish champions look to extend their historic European run.
KuPS finished 21st in the league phase with seven points (W1 D4 L1), scraping into the play-offs on goal difference after an impressive defensive showing — including a 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace despite playing with 10 men late on. However, recent domestic form has dipped: they are winless in their last five across all competitions (W1 D2 L2 in that stretch), failing to score in their previous two league games. Left-back Clinton Antwi is suspended after a red card in the final group match.
Lech Poznań, who ended 11th with 10 points, arrive in better momentum. The Polish side went unbeaten in their last three league-phase games (W2 D1), finishing as the competition’s third-highest scorers (12 goals). They head into the tie on the back of two consecutive domestic clean-sheet wins (3-0 and 1-0) and have lost just once in their last 11 matches overall. Captain Mikael Ishak (five Conference League goals, mostly away) leads a potent attack, though Radoslaw Murawski is doubtful with a leg injury.
This is the first-ever meeting between the clubs. KuPS have never beaten a Polish side (D2 L3), while Lech have won both previous games against Finnish opposition.
With the winners advancing to the last 16, KuPS must shift from their resilient “not-lose” mindset to finding a victory, while Lech aim to take control ahead of the return leg in Poland. Expect a tight, tense affair — eight of Lech’s last nine European away games have seen both teams score.
Kickoff Time
The first leg of the UEFA Conference League knockout play-off tie between KuPS and Lech Poznań kicks off on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 18:45 CET (Central European Time).
- Finland (EET): 19:45 (local time)
- UK (GMT): 17:45
- USA (ET): 12:45
- Central Europe (CET): 18:45
The match will be played at Tammelan Stadion in Tampere, Finland (KuPS’ temporary home venue for this fixture).
Where to watch on TV & Live Stream
Official viewing options depend on your location and rights holder. Major platforms carrying UEFA Conference League coverage in the provided list include Paramount+ (USA), RTL+ (Germany), and DAZN (available in select countries listed below).
How to watch online
You can stream the match on the official rightsholder platforms listed for your country below. These services typically require an account, and many require a paid subscription or a TV package login (for example, app-based services such as discovery+ and RTL+, or operator-linked streaming like Polsat Box Go). Availability can be subject to geo-restrictions, so use the broadcaster assigned to your region. If you plan to watch on mobile, most listed services offer dedicated apps; desktop viewing usually works through the provider’s website.
| Country | Official Broadcaster/Stream |
| 🇩🇿 Algeria | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇦🇩 Andorra | Canal+ Live 8 |
| 🇦🇮 Anguilla | Bluu |
| 🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda | Bluu |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | Disney+ Premium Argentina |
| 🇦🇲 Armenia | FAST TV |
| 🇦🇼 Aruba | Bluu |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Stan Sport |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | Sky Sport Austria 1, RTL+, Sky |
| 🇧🇸 Bahamas | Bluu |
| 🇧🇭 Bahrain | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇧🇧 Barbados | Bluu |
| 🇧🇾 Belarus | Okko Sport |
| 🇧🇲 Bermuda | Bluu |
| 🇧🇴 Bolivia | Disney+ Premium Chile |
| 🇻🇬 British Virgin Islands | Bluu |
| 🇧🇳 Brunei Darussalam | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇰🇭 Cambodia | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | DAZN Canada, fuboTV Canada |
| 🇰🇾 Cayman Islands | Bluu |
| 🇹🇩 Chad | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇨🇱 Chile | Disney+ Premium Chile |
| 🇨🇳 China | ZhiBo8 |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | Disney+ Premium Sur |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | Disney+ |
| 🇩🇯 Djibouti | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇩🇲 Dominica | Bluu |
| 🇪🇨 Ecuador | Disney+ Premium Sur |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇪🇪 Estonia | Go3 Extra Sports Estonia |
| 🇫🇮 Finland | Elisa Viihde Viaplay |
| 🇫🇷 France | Canal+ |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | RTL+ |
| 🇬🇧 Great Britain | discovery+ |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | ANT1+ |
| 🇬🇩 Grenada | Bluu |
| 🇭🇰 Hong Kong | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇮🇸 Iceland | Viaplay Iceland |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇮🇷 Iran | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇮🇶 Iraq | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland Republic | discovery+ |
| 🇯🇲 Jamaica | Bluu |
| 🇯🇴 Jordan | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇰🇼 Kuwait | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇱🇦 Laos | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇱🇻 Latvia | Go3 Extra Sports Latvia |
| 🇱🇧 Lebanon | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇱🇾 Libya | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein | Blue Sport |
| 🇱🇹 Lithuania | Go3 Extra Sports Lithuania |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇲🇷 Mauritania | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇲🇸 Montserrat | Bluu |
| 🇲🇦 Morocco | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | DAZN New Zealand |
| 🇳🇴 Norway | Viaplay |
| 🇴🇲 Oman | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇵🇸 Palestine | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇵🇦 Panama | Bluu |
| 🇵🇾 Paraguay | Disney+ Premium Argentina |
| 🇵🇪 Peru | Disney+ Premium Chile |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | Polsat Sport |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | DAZN Portugal |
| 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico | ViX |
| 🇶🇦 Qatar | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | Okko Sport |
| 🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis | Bluu |
| 🇱🇨 Saint Lucia | Bluu |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇸🇨 Seychelles | Bluu |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇸🇴 Somalia | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇸🇸 South Sudan | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | Movistar+ |
| 🇻🇨 St. Vincent / Grenadines | Bluu |
| 🇸🇩 Sudan | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇸🇷 Suriname | Bluu |
| 🇸🇪 Sweden | Disney+ |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | Blue Sport, RTL+ |
| 🇸🇾 Syria | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago | Bluu |
| 🇹🇳 Tunisia | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇹🇨 Turks and Caicos Islands | Bluu |
| 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Megogo |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | beIN SPORTS |
| 🇺🇾 Uruguay | Disney+ Premium Argentina |
| 🇺🇸 USA | Paramount+, ViX |
| 🇻🇪 Venezuela | Disney+ Premium Sur |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | ON Plus |
| 🇾🇪 Yemen | beIN SPORTS |
How to watch anywhere with VPN
A VPN can help you access your usual streaming service when you face geo-blocks while traveling. Use the official broadcaster for the region you connect to.
- 1. Get a VPN and install it on your device.
- 2. Connect to a server in the country where your streaming subscription works (for example, the UK for discovery+ if you have access there).
- 3. Log in to the platform and start the stream.
Most VPNs work across iOS, Android, desktop browsers, and many Smart TV setups. Streaming services may require a paid plan, and some platforms enforce location checks.
How to watch at Sportsbooks
Some sportsbooks such as Bet365 or Unibet often provide live streams for selected matches if your account meets their requirements. Stream availability varies by country and event rights, and you may need a funded balance.
- 1. Register for a sportsbook account where streaming is offered.
- 2. Deposit to fund your account (or meet the operator’s minimum activity rules).
- 3. Find the match in the live section and look for the Play icon.
Sportsbook streams can be a backup option when you cannot access your usual broadcaster, but they are not guaranteed for every UEFA Conference League fixture.
Set your plan early, pick the correct rightsholder from the table, and be ready for a big UEFA Conference League night on 02/19/2026. Don’t miss the action—check your local listings and app access before kick-off.