The UEFA Women’s Champions League is set to kick off its knockout playoff rounds, featuring the top 12 teams vying for the coveted trophy previously known as the UEFA Women’s Cup. Following the conclusion of the league phase in mid-December 2025, this highly anticipated stage will see teams from prestigious clubs across Europe, including Arsenal Women FC, Real Madrid C.F., Manchester United Women, Paris FC, and Chelsea FC Women, among others, showcase their talent.
The playoff matches will take place in various stadiums located in England, France, Germany, Spain, Belgium, and Italy. The opening match of the playoffs is scheduled for February 11, 2026, where Oud-Heverlee Leuven will face Arsenal at the King Power at Den Dreef Stadion in Leuven, Belgium, kicking off at 9:45 a.m. PT/12:45 p.m. ET.
To watch the UEFA Women’s Champions League knockout playoffs, viewers have several options. The matches will be broadcast live on CBS Sports Network, with Spanish-language coverage airing on ESPN Deportes. Fans without cable can stream the playoffs on Paramount+, which offers a subscription plan starting at $8.99 per month. Additionally, select matches can be accessed through live TV services like DirecTV, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV, each of which provides trial periods for new subscribers.
For those preferring traditional cable, select matches will also be available through providers that carry CBS Sports Network, with the option to view via the CBS Sports website or its mobile app using login credentials from participating cable providers.
As the competition heats up, Arsenal and Real Madrid emerge as favorites to reach the finals this May. Excitement is building among fans as they anticipate thrilling matchups and the potential for their favorite teams to make a historic run in this prestigious tournament. With plentiful viewing options available, soccer enthusiasts can gear up to enjoy the matches and cheer on their teams as they strive for victory.