AFC Bournemouth vs Liverpool takes place on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Vitality Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:00pm BST, with the match confirmed for live coverage on Sky Sports in the United Kingdom.
For viewers outside the UK, the correct service depends on the Premier League rights holder in your country. Check the local broadcaster's official match listing close to kickoff for the exact channel, app or streaming tier.
Bournemouth vs Liverpool: match details
| Competition | Premier League 2026/27 |
| Date | Sunday, September 20, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 2:00pm BST |
| Venue | Vitality Stadium |
| UK TV | Sky Sports |
Where to watch Bournemouth vs Liverpool by country
The Premier League licenses broadcast rights by territory. These are several official rights holders for the 2025/26–2027/28 cycle. The exact channel or app carrying Bournemouth vs Liverpool can vary within each broadcaster's service.
| Country | Premier League rights holder | Kickoff time |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports — match confirmed live | 2:00pm BST |
| United States | NBC Sports | 9:00am ET |
| Canada | Fubo | 9:00am ET |
| Australia | Stan Sport | 11:00pm AEST |
| Georgia | Saran Media | 5:00pm GET |
How to watch Bournemouth vs Liverpool legally
In the UK, the fixture is confirmed for Sky Sports. Elsewhere, use the licensed Premier League broadcaster for your territory. Check your provider's schedule shortly before matchday because the exact network or streaming app can be assigned closer to kickoff.
Avoid unofficial stream sites. Besides copyright issues, unstable mirrors, aggressive advertising and malicious redirects can make them a poor matchday option.
For more official broadcaster information, see our Premier League streaming guide for 2026/27.
Watching Bournemouth vs Liverpool while traveling
If you are traveling, first check whether your normal football subscription supports viewing where you are. Streaming availability can change by country because rights are licensed territorially.
When you are using hotel, airport or café Wi-Fi, a VPN can add privacy by encrypting traffic between your device and the VPN server. That is separate from whether a broadcaster allows a particular account or stream in your location.
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Best setup for a stable football stream
- Open the official broadcaster app well before kickoff.
- Use Ethernet when possible for a TV or computer.
- On Wi-Fi, stay near the router and use 5 GHz or 6 GHz when available.
- Pause game downloads, cloud backups and other large transfers.
- Restart the app or streaming device if playback has become unstable.
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Bournemouth vs Liverpool FAQs
When is Bournemouth vs Liverpool?
The match is scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026.
What time is kickoff?
Kickoff is at 2:00pm BST in the UK.
Where is Bournemouth vs Liverpool?
The match is being played at Vitality Stadium.
What channel is Bournemouth vs Liverpool on in the UK?
The fixture is confirmed for live coverage on Sky Sports.
Where can I watch in the United States?
NBC Sports holds Premier League rights in the United States. Check its matchday schedule for the exact NBC platform carrying the fixture.
Where can I watch in Canada?
Fubo is the Premier League rights holder in Canada for the current rights cycle.
Where can I watch in Australia?
Stan Sport holds Premier League rights in Australia for the current rights cycle.
Do I need NordVPN to watch?
No. A VPN is not required if your licensed broadcaster and subscription already work. We recommend NordVPN here primarily as a privacy tool for travel and public Wi-Fi.
Related guides
- Premier League Streaming Guide 2026/27
- Official Free & Paid Premier League Viewing Options
- How to Watch Football Abroad with NordVPN
- NordVPN Promo & Discount Guide
Broadcast schedules can change. Verify the final listing with the Premier League and your local rights holder before kickoff.