Premier League in India
The Premier League is free to watch in India on JioCinema. Every match is streamed live without a subscription — simply download the JioCinema app or visit jiocinema.com. Star Sports also holds some broadcast rights for selected matches on linear TV.
FIFA World Cup in India
The 2026 FIFA World Cup was broadcast in India on Sports18 (pay-TV) and JioCinema (streaming). JioCinema offered free streaming for selected matches. Sports18 is available on major DTH and cable platforms including Jio, Tata Sky (now Tata Play), Airtel TV, Dish TV and Videocon.
UEFA Champions League in India
The UEFA Champions League is on Sony Sports Network in India (Sony Sports 1, Sony Sports 2, Sony Ten channels on linear TV) and Sony LIV for streaming. A Sony LIV subscription is required for live access.
La Liga, Bundesliga and other leagues
La Liga (Spanish football) is on Sports18 and JioCinema. The Bundesliga (German football) is on Sony Sports and Sony LIV. Serie A (Italian football) is on Sony Sports and Sony LIV. Ligue 1 (French football) coverage varies by season — check Sports18 and JioCinema.
FA Cup and English football
The FA Cup is broadcast in India on Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV. EFL Championship and lower-league English football may be available on some streaming apps but coverage is limited.
How to watch football for free in India
The best free option is JioCinema for the Premier League. The JioCinema app is available on iOS, Android, smart TVs and web browsers. Some World Cup matches were also free. For paid options, Sony LIV provides comprehensive coverage of the Champions League and major European leagues.
