Midweek Soccer Showdowns: Premier League, DFB-Pokal, Coppa Italia, Copa del Rey, and La Liga games to watch

This midweek offers a thrilling array of soccer fixtures across Europe’s top competitions. Fans can look forward to Premier League clashes, DFB-Pokal Round of 16 matches, Coppa Italia Round of 16 games, Copa del Rey second-round encounters, and key La Liga fixtures featuring Barcelona and Real Madrid. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the standout matches and how to watch them.

Premier League

The English Premier League presents several compelling midweek fixtures:

• Arsenal vs. Manchester United: On Wednesday, December 4, at 20:15 GMT, Arsenal hosts Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium. This classic rivalry is crucial for both teams aiming for top-four finishes. In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video.
• Newcastle United vs. Liverpool: Also on December 4, at 19:30 GMT, Newcastle welcomes Liverpool to St James’ Park. Both clubs vied for European qualification spots, making this a must-watch encounter. UK viewers can watch the game live on Sky Sports.

DFB-Pokal Round of 16

The German Cup reaches its Round of 16, featuring intriguing matchups:

• Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen: On Tuesday, December 3, at 20:45 CET, Bayern Munich face Bayer Leverkusen at the Allianz Arena. This fixture is a highlight of the round, featuring two of the Bundesliga’s top teams. In the USA, ESPN+ holds the exclusive rights to the DFB-Pokal and will stream the match live.
• RB Leipzig vs. Eintracht Frankfurt: Scheduled for Wednesday, December 4, at 20:45 CET, this fixture at the Red Bull Arena promises an exciting contest between two strong Bundesliga sides. ESPN+ will also provide live coverage of this match in the USA.

Coppa Italia Round of 16

Italy’s premier cup competition offers the following key games:

• AC Milan vs. Sassuolo: On Tuesday, December 3, at 21:00 CET, AC Milan takes on Sassuolo at the San Siro. This encounter is crucial for Milan’s aspirations in the domestic cup. In the USA, Paramount+ holds the rights to Coppa Italia matches and will stream this game live.
• Lazio vs. Napoli: On Thursday, December 5, at 21:00 CET, Lazio faces Napoli at the Stadio Olimpico. Both teams are in strong form, making this a highly anticipated match. Paramount+ will provide live coverage in the USA.

Copa del Rey Second Round

Spain’s knockout competition continues with notable fixtures:

• Cacereño vs. Atlético Madrid: On Thursday, December 5, at 19:00 CET, Atlético Madrid travels to face Cacereño. This match is significant as top-tier teams enter the competition. In Spain, RTVE has obtained the domestic TV rights for the Copa del Rey and will broadcast select matches.
• Pontevedra vs. Villarreal: Also on December 5, at 20:00 CET, Villarreal visits Pontevedra. This fixture offers an opportunity for lower-division teams to challenge La Liga opposition. RTVE will provide coverage in Spain.

La Liga Fixtures

• Mallorca vs. Barcelona: On Tuesday, December 3, at 19:00 CET, Barcelona travels to face Mallorca at the Estadi Mallorca Son Moix. This fixture is crucial for Barcelona’s title aspirations. In the USA, ESPN+ streams La Liga matches live. FC Barcelona
• Athletic Club vs. Real Madrid: On Wednesday, December 4, at 21:00 CET, Real Madrid takes on Athletic Club at San Mamés. A vital game for maintaining momentum in the league. ESPN+ will also stream this match live in the USA.

How to Watch

• United Kingdom: Amazon Prime Video holds rights to select Premier League matches, including midweek fixtures. Sky Sports broadcasts various domestic and international competitions.
• United States: ESPN+ is the go-to platform for streaming La Liga, DFB-Pokal, and Copa del Rey matches. Paramount+ provides coverage for Coppa Italia games. Select Premier League matches are available on NBC’s platforms, including Peacock. 
• Spain: RTVE broadcasts select Copa del Rey matches domestically. 

Check local listings and streaming platforms on our Where to Watch page for the most up-to-date information on match timings and availability in your region.