Monaco and Juventus meet in UEFA Champions League league phase Round 8 with the table still tight around the playoff cut line. Monaco sit 21st on nine points and need a win to guarantee a knockout stage playoff spot, only one point above elimination. Juventus are 15th on 12 points, already safe in the playoffs, but a victory can push them toward the top eight and a direct Round of 16 place. It’s their first Champions League meeting since the 2017 semi-finals, when Juventus won both legs.
Match Preview
Monaco enter a pressure fixture at Stade Louis II knowing the stakes are simple: win and they guarantee a place in the knockout stage playoffs. They start Round 8 in 21st with nine points from seven games, only one point above the elimination zone. The problem is form. Monaco were thrashed 6-1 by Real Madrid on Matchday 7 and have been winless since December outside the French Cup. Their domestic run has also been rough, with a 0-0 draw against Le Havre most recently but seven losses in their last nine Ligue 1 matches.
Juventus arrive in far better shape and with bigger upside still on the line. They sit 15th on 12 points and have already secured at least a playoff place, but a win could still be enough to secure a top-eight finish and direct passage to the Round of 16. Their Champions League form is strong, winning their last three games in the competition, including a 2-0 victory over Benfica. They also beat Napoli 3-0 in Serie A and are unbeaten in their last eight matches in all competitions.
This matchup carries extra historical weight. Monaco and Juventus last faced each other in the Champions League in the 2017 semi-finals, and Juventus won both legs on the way to the final. Monaco need a statement performance at home to flip that narrative and rescue their league phase campaign. Juventus can play with more control, but the reward for going for the win is significant given the top-eight race.
Where to watch – Global Guide
Kick-off is at 21:00 CET on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Stade Louis II in Fontvieille, Monaco. Viewers can watch via major rights-holders such as TNT Sports in the United Kingdom, Paramount+ in the United States, and Stan Sport in Australia, with other official broadcasters listed by country below.
| 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 | 22:00 |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | Sky | 21:00 |
| 🇲🇩 Moldova | Setanta, Jurnal TV | 22:00 |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | Ziggo Sport | 21:00 |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | Canal+ | 21:00 |
| 🇵🇹 Portugal | Sport TV | 20:00 |
| 🇮🇪 Republic of Ireland | RTE, Saran Media | 20:00 |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | Telefonica, RTVE | 20:00 |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | SRG | 21:00 |
| 🇹🇷 Türkiye | TRT | 23:00 |
| 🇺🇦 Ukraine | Megogo | 22:00 |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | TNT Sports, discovery+, Prime Video | 20:00 |
| 🇲🇦 Middle East/North Africa | beIN | 23:00 |
| 🌍 Sub-Saharan Africa | SuperSport, Canal+ | 22:00 |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | TNT Sports, SBT, Max Brazil | 17:00 |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | DAZN | 15:00 |
| 🌎 Central America | ESPN | 14:00 |
| 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic | Televideo | 15:00 |
| 🇭🇹 Haiti | Canal+ | 15:00 |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | Max, Caliente TV | 14:00 |
| 🌎 South America (excluding Brazil) | ESPN | 17:00 |
| 🇺🇸 United States of America | Paramount+, TUDN, DAZN | ET 15:00 / PT 12:00 |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Stan Sport | 05:00 |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | Sony, TAPMAD | 01:00 |
| 🇨🇳 PR China | iQIYI | 04:00 |
| 🇭🇰 Hong Kong SAR | beIN | 04:00 |
| 🇮🇳 Indian Sub-Continent | Sony | 01:30 |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | beIN | 03:00 |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | WOWOW | 05:00 |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | DAZN | 07:00 |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | Sony, TAPMAD | 01:00 |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | beIN | 04:00 |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | beIN | 04:00 |
| 🇹🇼 Taiwan/Chinese Tapei | Elta | 04:00 |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | beIN | 03:00 |
How to watch anywhere with VPN
Champions League streams usually enforce geo-restrictions, so the platform you pay for at home may not work when you travel. A VPN can help by routing your connection through a server in your home country, so you can access the same broadcaster and account as usual.
- 1) Get a VPN that works on your device (iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and many Smart TVs).
- 2) Connect to a server in the country of your streaming subscription (for example, the UK).
- 3) Log in to your streaming service and start the live player before kick-off.
Use the official broadcaster for your region and check the service’s terms for VPN usage.
How to watch at Sportsbooks
Some sportsbooks offer live streaming for selected football matches if you have an account in an eligible region. Availability varies by competition and country, and no specific sportsbook streaming rights are confirmed for this Champions League fixture.
- 1) Register with a licensed sportsbook in your region.
- 2) Deposit funds (many sites require a funded account to unlock streams).
- 3) Find the match in the live section and look for a “Play” or live stream icon.
If streaming is not available, use the sportsbook for live stats and in-play markets while watching on your official broadcaster.
Monaco need a result, Juventus want the fast track to the Round of 16. Kick-off is 21:00 CET at Stade Louis II. Check your local listings, lock in your stream early, and don’t miss this Champions League Round 8 showdown.