Real Madrid vs PSG live stream: How to watch Champions League match online

Karim Benzema of Real Madrid and Kylian Mbappe of PSG could both feature in the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream
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There will be a plethora of stars on show in the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream, as the two super-clubs try to make it through to the quarter-finals.

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The Real Madrid vs PSG live stream takes place today (Wednesday, March 9).
► Time: 8 p.m. GMT /  3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT)
• U.S. — Watch on Paramount Plus
U.K. — Watch on BT Sport
• Watch anywhere — try ExpressVPN 100% risk free

The first leg was something of a tight, cagey affair, but the amount of top players on display makes a tie between these Spanish and French giants a compelling fixture.

Real Madrid will have to overcome a 0-1 deficit to progress against PSG and make it to the quarter-finals, following a last-gasp winner from Kylian Mbappé a fortnight ago. They do not have a good recent history when in this position, having lost nine out of their last 10 Champions League knockout ties when behind from the first leg. Paris Saint Germain have, though, been eliminated from three of the eight Champions League ties when they’ve been ahead after the first leg. 

Mbappé had been a major injury doubt for the French side in the run up to the game, but he starts tonight in that famous front three alongside Mess and Neymar. However, former Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos remains sidelined due to injury, though he has made the emotional trip to the Benarbeu with his new teammates even so.

Midfielders Toni Kroos and Fede Valverde are back for Real Madrid after missing the recent La Liga win against Real Sociedad. Gareth Bale is also fit and available to Carlo Ancelloti, but only makes the bench. 

There is then an embarrassment of riches on show from both teams, not least Lionel Messi. Now at PSG, the ex-Barcelona icon will return to Spain and likely face a rather hostile reception at the home of his former side’s great rivals, as will Neymar.

Here's how they line up:

Real Madrid: Courtois, Carvajal, Eder Militao, Nacho, Alaba, Modric, Valverde, Kroos, Asensio, Benzema, Vinicius Junior.

Subs: Vallejo, Hazard, Marcelo, Lunin, Jovic, Lucas, Bale, Ceballos, Rodrygo, Isco, Mariano, Camavinga.

PSG: Donnarumma, Hakimi, Marquinhos, Kimpembe, Nuno Mendes, Paredes, Danilo Pereira, Verratti, Messi, Mbappe, Neymar.

Subs: Michut, Simons, Navas, Icardi, Di Maria, Dagba, Wijnaldum,Diallo, Draxler, Kehrer, Gueye, Ebimbe.

Can PSG take a big step towards finally winning their first Champions League trophy by knocking out the 13-time winners?  Find out what happens by watching the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream, which we'll show you how to do below.

You might also want to check out our full guide for how to watch Champions League 21/22, for info on where to find live streams for all the games in the world's top club soccer competition.

How to watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream wherever you are

The Real Madrid vs PSG live stream will be shown on many different channels across the world, but what if you're not in your home country and want to watch it on your usual service?

The answer is to use a VPN, or virtual private network. A VPN will let you tune into your home coverage from wherever you are — meaning that if you're abroad, you can use one of the best VPN services to watch the games live as if you were in your lounge.

Our favorite right now is ExpressVPN, thanks to its combination of superb speed, great customer service and excellent device support. It also offers a no-questions-asked 30-day money-back guarantee, so you could check it out without having to sign up long term.

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Speed, security and simplicity combine to make ExpressVPN our favorite VPN service. In our testing, we were impressed by its fast connection times and by its ability to access more than 3,000 services in 160 locations across 94 countries. A 30-day money-back guarantee is another bonus.

Using a VPN is incredibly simple.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, ExpressVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance if you're in the U.K. and want to view a U.S. service, you'd select U.S. from the list.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to Paramount Plus or another service and watch the game.

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How to watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream in the US

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Soccer fans in the U.S. can watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream on Paramount Plus. Kick off is at 3 p.m. ET. / 12 p.m. PT.

If you're a subscriber but aren't in the U.S. right now, you can watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream live stream by using a VPN such as ExpressVPN.

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How to watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream in the UK

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BT Sport has the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream in the U.K., and you can watch it on BT Sport 3HD. The game kicks-off at 8 p.m. GMT. 

Prices differ hugely depending on whether you already have BT TV and a BT broadband subscription. If you have both, you can add the Sports package for £15/month plus a £20 upfront fee, or go for the £40/month Big Sports package which also includes all of the Sky Sports channels, giving you a total of 160 live streams.

Another option for non-BT subscribers is the BT Sport Monthly Pass (£25), which lets you watch via an app for a fixed time and doesn't require a lengthy subscription.

All sounds great, right? But if you're not in the U.K., you can still follow the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream by using one of the best VPN services, such as ExpressVPN

How to watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream in Canada

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Canadians can watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream on DAZN

Sadly, DAZN no longer offers new customers a 30-day free-trial period, so you'll have to pay the $20 CAD per month fee, although you can save a little by buying annually ($150 CAD). DAZN, if you're unfamiliar, has apps on every single streaming platform there is.

Canadians stuck abroad that still want their low-price alternative can use a VPN such as ExpressVPN  to trick their streaming device to thinking it's back in the great white north.

How to watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream in Australia

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Aussies can watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream on Stan. The streaming service offers a 30-day free trial, after which subscriptions start at $10 AUD. To watch the Champions League 21/22 you'll also need to pay $10 for the Sports add-on — but this also includes a 7-day free trial

Stan users stuck abroad can use a VPN such as ExpressVPN to still access the service they already pay for.

How to watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream in New Zealand

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New Zealanders can watch the Real Madrid vs PSG live stream on Spark Sport. This costs $24.99 NZD per month, but there's currently a 7-day FREE trial so you can check it out and see how you like it.

Spark is available via web browsers plus loads of streaming devices including Chromecast and Apple TV, so there's no shortage of ways to watch it. And as well as the EPL action you also get cricket, NBA basketball, F1 racing and more.

Not at home in New Zealand right now? You can still follow every game by using one of the best VPN services, such as ExpressVPN

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