Alex MacQuoid
Stuttgart close out their UEFA Europa League 2025/26 league-phase campaign with a must-win night at the MHPArena. Sitting 13th, they need three points to keep a slim chance of jumping into the direct Round of 16 places, meaning there is no room for a flat performance. Young Boys arrive in poor form and with a long history of Europa League struggles away from home. With Stuttgart strong in the Bundesliga and perfect in Europa League home games this season, this Round 8 fixture has real stakes from the first whistle.
Match Preview
This is Stuttgart’s final match of the Europa League league phase and the scenario is clear: a win is required to keep a slim path open to direct qualification for the Round of 16. Stuttgart start the round 13th in the table and need to overtake multiple teams, so they cannot afford to drop points at home. The MHPArena has been a major advantage in Europe this season, with Stuttgart winning all three of their previous Europa League home games.
Domestically, Stuttgart bring momentum. They are unbeaten in six Bundesliga matches, winning four of them, and they have scored freely across their recent run (15 goals in their last six league games). Sebastian Hoeneß has spoken about the squad’s spirit, but there is also a warning sign after a recent 0–2 Europa League defeat in Rome. Young Boys, coached by former Bundesliga manager Gerardo Seoane, have struggled badly since mid-December and arrive without a win in that spell. Their Europa League away numbers underline the task: just one win in their last 15 away matches in the competition.
There is also recent head-to-head pain for the Swiss side. Stuttgart have won two of the last three meetings, including a 5–1 victory last season in the Champions League. If Stuttgart set the tempo early, they have a strong chance to turn this into the kind of decisive European home performance they need.
Where to watch on TV & Live Stream
Kick-off is at 21:00 CET on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at MHPArena, Stuttgart. In the UK, watch on TNT Sports or stream on discovery+. In the USA, stream on Paramount+ with CBS Sports carrying select matches on TV. In Germany, coverage is on DAZN, with RTL showing select matches.
| Region/Country | Kick-off Time (Local) |
| United Kingdom | 20:00 GMT |
| USA (ET / PT) | 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT |
| Australia (Sydney) | 07:00 AEDT (next day) |
| Japan | 05:00 JST (next day) |
| India | 01:30 IST (next day) |
How to watch Stuttgart vs Young Boys online
Most fans will stream this match through their country’s official Europa League rights holder. In the UK, discovery+ carries TNT Sports streams (listed at approx. £30.99/month). In the USA, Paramount+ is the main option (listed at approx. $5.99/month), with some fixtures also appearing on CBS Sports. In Germany, DAZN is the primary streaming home, and several other markets also use DAZN for Europa League coverage. Expect standard geo-restrictions on every service, so you must be located in the correct country (or have a valid method to access your home subscription while travelling). Always check the match tile inside the app on matchday for the correct live channel feed.
| Country | Official Broadcaster/Stream |
| United Kingdom | TNT Sports (TV), discovery+ (streaming) |
| USA | Paramount+ (streaming), CBS Sports (TV select matches) |
| Canada | DAZN (streaming) |
| Australia | Stan Sport (streaming) |
| China | Zhibo8 (streaming) |
| Germany | DAZN, RTL (select matches TV) |
| Denmark | Disney+ (streaming) |
| Spain | Movistar+ (streaming) |
| Portugal | DAZN (streaming) |
| France | Canal+ (streaming) |
| Poland | Polsat (TV/streaming) |
| Ukraine | Megogo (streaming) |
| Japan | WOWOW (streaming) |
| Africa / MENA | SuperSport (streaming) / beIN Sports (streaming) |
| Latin America | ESPN (streaming) |
Spotlight Countries
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports will show the match on TV. Stream it on discovery+ if you want to watch on mobile, tablet, or smart TV, with pricing listed at about £30.99/month.
- USA: Paramount+ is the main streaming destination for Europa League coverage, with pricing listed at about $5.99/month. CBS Sports shows select matches on TV, so confirm the listing in your local guide.
- Germany: DAZN is the key platform for Europa League streaming. RTL also carries select matches on TV, so check if Stuttgart vs Young Boys is picked up in the schedule.
- Australia: Optus Sport streams the Europa League in Australia. Use the Optus Sport app to watch live and follow pre-match build-up close to kick-off.
- Canada: DAZN carries the match via streaming. Log in early on matchday to ensure the live event tile appears and your subscription is active.
How to watch anywhere with VPN
Geo-blocking means most official streams only work inside the country they are licensed for. A VPN can help when you are travelling by letting you connect to a server in your home country and access the same streaming service you already pay for. Use this method responsibly and follow the platform’s terms.
Step-by-step:
- Get a reputable VPN and install it on your device.
- Connect to a server in the country of your streaming subscription (for example, the UK for discovery+).
- Open the official app/website, sign in, and start the live stream.
Most major VPNs support iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and can be used on smart TVs or streaming sticks via app support or router setup.
How to watch at Sportsbooks
Some licensed sportsbooks provide live streams for UEFA Europa League matches, including brands such as Bet365, Unibet, and William Hill, typically with a funded account. Availability can vary by country and by match, so always check the live section close to kick-off.
- Create an account (or log in).
- Make a deposit to fund your balance (or meet the operator’s access rules).
- Go to the live streaming or “In-Play” area and find the match.
- Tap the “Play” icon if streaming is available.
Stuttgart have the form, the home record, and the motivation to treat this as a statement night in Europe. Young Boys need a response to stop the slide. Check your local listings early and be ready for kick-off at 21:00 CET.