The NFL's UK presence has grown dramatically — London Games at Wembley and Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, a dedicated Sky Sports NFL channel running year-round, and BBC highlights bringing American football to free-to-air audiences. UK NFL fans in 2026 have more viewing options than ever, but navigating them can be confusing.
Where to Watch NFL in the UK — All Your Options
Sky Sports NFL (Live Games)
Sky Sports holds the primary NFL broadcasting rights in the UK. Sky Sports NFL is a dedicated 24/7 channel running live games, previews, highlights and analysis throughout the NFL season. Sunday Night Football, Monday Night Football and Thursday Night Football are all on Sky Sports.
Sky Sports costs from £22/month as an add-on to a Sky subscription. Apollo Group TV includes Sky Sports NFL in every plan from £14.99/month — no Sky subscription required.
BBC Two & BBC iPlayer (Free)
The BBC broadcasts a selection of NFL games free-to-air in the UK — typically one game per week during the regular season, plus post-season coverage and Super Bowl highlights. NFL This Week on BBC Two offers comprehensive weekly highlights.
This is the only genuinely free option for UK NFL fans. Apollo Group TV includes BBC channels with 7-day catch-up in every subscription.
NFL Game Pass (Streaming)
NFL Game Pass gives UK subscribers access to every NFL game on demand — live streaming is available for some tiers. Prices vary by subscription level (typically £69–£149/year). Note that live streaming restrictions mean Game Pass in the UK does not always carry games live when Sky Sports has exclusive broadcast rights.
Apollo Group TV — All NFL Channels in One Place
Apollo Group TV includes Sky Sports NFL, the NFL Network, and BBC catch-up — giving UK fans comprehensive NFL coverage in one subscription from £14.99/month. No separate Game Pass subscription needed, no Sky Sports add-on to arrange.
NFL London Games 2026 — How to Watch
The NFL International Series brings regular-season games to London annually. These games are typically broadcast on:
- Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports NFL — primary live broadcast
- BBC Two — free-to-air broadcast for selected London games
- Apollo Group TV — both Sky Sports and BBC channels included
NFL Regular Season Schedule Key Dates (2026)
NFL games in the UK air on the following typical schedules (all times GMT):
- Thursday Night Football: 1:20 AM (Friday morning)
- Sunday afternoon games: 6:00 PM and 9:25 PM
- Sunday Night Football: 9:20 PM
- Monday Night Football: 1:15 AM (Tuesday morning)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the NFL on free-to-air TV in the UK?
Yes — the BBC broadcasts selected NFL games free-to-air on BBC Two, including some Sunday games and post-season coverage. However, the majority of live NFL content requires a Sky Sports subscription or Apollo Group TV.
What channel is the Super Bowl on in the UK?
The Super Bowl is on Sky Sports Main Event and typically also on BBC One free-to-air in the UK. Apollo Group TV includes both channels in every subscription.
Can I watch NFL on my phone in the UK?
Yes. Apollo Group TV works on iPhone and Android — install IPTV Smarters Pro, log in with your credentials, and access Sky Sports NFL and NFL Network live on your phone.
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