How to Watch Barcelona vs. Real Madrid: A Thrilling Guide to TV Channels, Live Stream Coverage, and Kick-Off Time

Arch-rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid are set to clash at MetLife Stadium, home of the NFL’s New York Giants and New York Jets, as they ramp up preparations for the 2024/25 La Liga season.

With the Spanish LA Liga kicking off in mid-August, both title favorites are on a US tour to boost their stateside popularity and gear up for the new campaign.

Barcelona’s title quest begins against Valencia on Saturday, August 17th. These next few weeks are crucial for new boss Hansi Flick, although injuries and international duty have left him without many key players.

Madrid, bolstered by the highly anticipated arrival of Kylian Mbappé, will start their La Liga defense away at Real Mallorca on Sunday evening, August 18th. However, Mbappé and several other stars will not be present for the US tour and will join Carlo Ancelotti’s squad later.

While this match might not have the intensity of a fully competitive El Clásico, it will still feature some of the brightest stars from both clubs. Neither side will want to suffer a defeat, potentially dealing an early psychological blow to their fierce rivals.

Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch Barcelona vs. Madrid on TV and online.

When is Barcelona v Madrid?

Barcelona v Madrid will take place on Sunday 4th August 2024.

Time: 01:00 CET, 07:00pm EST (local).

Venue: MetLife Stadium, New York, USA.

Available TV: Movistar Champions Tour.

Available Streaming: ESPN+

Check out our live TV guide for the latest times and information.

Madrid predicted XI: Courtois, Vazquez, Militao, Rudiger, Fran Garcia, Modric, Guler, Ceballos, Rodrygo, Brahim, Endrick.

FC Barcelona predicted XI: Ter Stegen, Fort, Lenglet, Iñigo, Balde, Casado, Bernal, Torre, Victor, Hernandez, Lewandowski.

Arda Güler, fresh off a stellar performance in Euro 2024 in Germany, is set to take on a new role in central midfield. This move presents an intriguing challenge for him. Will he maintain his dynamic and incisive play in this central position, or does he shine more as an attacker?