How to watch Arsenal vs. Real Madrid online for free

Live stream this Champions League first-leg fixture without spending anything.
By
Joseph Green
 on 
All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission.
Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid celebrates
Credit: Angel Martinez/Getty Images

TL;DR: Watch Arsenal vs. Real Madrid in the Champions League for free with a 30-day trial of Prime Video. Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN.


The Champions League quarter finals are here, with a number of tasty mastups whetting the appetities of fans around the world. At this late stage of the competition, you expect every game to be big, but Arsenal vs. Real Madrid is probably the pick of the round. It's going to be a really interesting battle between two talented sides.

If you want to watch Arsenal vs. Real Madrid in the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world, we have all the information you need.

When is Arsenal vs. Real Madrid?

Arsenal vs. Real Madrid in the Champions League starts at 8 p.m. BST on April 8. This fixture takes place at the Emirates Stadium.

How to watch Arsenal vs. Real Madrid for free

Arsenal vs. Real Madrid is available to live stream on Prime Video in the UK, but you don't need to be subscribed to Amazon Prime to watch this fixture. Instead, you can watch Arsenal vs. Real Madrid (plus more Champions League fixtures) for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime.

Mashable Top Stories
Stay connected with the hottest stories of the day and the latest entertainment news.
Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories newsletter
By clicking Sign Me Up, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Thanks for signing up!

Fans from outside the UK will need to use a VPN to watch the Champions League for free on Prime Video. This process is straightforward:

  1. Sign up for a 30-day Amazon Prime trial (if you're not already a member)

  2. Subscribe to a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN)

  3. Download the app to your device of choice (the best VPNs have apps for Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, and more)

  4. Open up the app and connect to a server in the UK

  5. Watch Arsenal vs. Real Madrid for free from anywhere in the world on Prime Video

ExpressVPN logo
Credit: ExpressVPN
ExpressVPN (2-Year Subscription + 4 Months Free)
$139 only at ExpressVPN (with money-back guarantee)

The best VPNs for streaming are not free, but most do offer free-trials or money-back guarantees. By leveraging these offers, you can watch Arsenal vs. Real Madrid on Prime Video without committing with your cash. This isn't a long-term solution, but it does give you enough time to stream select Champions League fixtures before recovering your investment.

What is the best VPN for Prime Video?

ExpressVPN is the best choice for bypassing geo-restrictions to stream live sport on Prime Video, for a number of reasons:

  • Servers in 105 countries including the UK

  • Easy-to-use app available on all major devices including iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, and more

  • Strict no-logging policy so your data is secure

  • Fast connection speeds free from throttling

  • Up to eight simultaneous connections

  • 30-day money-back guarantee

A two-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for $139 and includes an extra four months for free — 61% off for a limited time. This plan also includes a year of free unlimited cloud backup and a generous 30-day money-back guarantee.

Live stream Arsenal vs. Real Madrid in the Champions League for free with ExpressVPN.

Photo of Joseph Green
Joseph Green
Global Shopping Editor

Joseph Green is the Global Shopping Editor for Mashable. He covers VPNs, headphones, fitness gear, dating sites, streaming, and shopping events like Black Friday and Prime Day.

Joseph is also Executive Editor of Mashable's sister site, AskMen.


Recommended For You
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid in the Champions League online for free
Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid CF argues with Rodrigo de Paul

How to watch Real Madrid vs. Arsenal online for free
Declan Rice of Arsenal celebrates after scoring a goal

How to watch Real Madrid vs. Atletico Madrid online for free
Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid reacts

How to watch PSG vs. Arsenal online for free
Desire Doue controls the ball during the UEFA Champions League Semi-final

How to watch the 2025 Madrid Open online for free
Aryna Sabalenka plays a backhand

Trending on Mashable
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for May 16, 2025
Connections game on a smartphone

Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 16, 2025
Wordle game on a smartphone

NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for May 17, 2025
Connections game on a smartphone

What's new to streaming this week? (May 16, 2025)
Composite of images from new to streaming movies and shows.

ChatGPT is turning Reddit usernames into images, and the results are unhinged
an ai-generated image of a large white man laying in the surf on a beach
The biggest stories of the day delivered to your inbox.
These newsletters may contain advertising, deals, or affiliate links. By clicking Subscribe, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Thanks for signing up. See you at your inbox!