How to watch Arsenal vs Atlético Madrid in USA — Champions League semi-final (May 5, 2026)

Who, what, when and why it matters:

Arsenal host Atlético Madrid in the second leg of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League semi-final at 3:00pm ET (12:00pm PT) on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. The tie is level at 1-1 after the first leg in Madrid; the winner advances to the Champions League final. This game matters because Arsenal remain the only unbeaten team in the competition this season and are heavy favourites at the Emirates Stadium, while Atlético’s experience in knockout European ties makes them a dangerous opponent.

Where to watch in the USA

US viewers can watch the match on several platforms: Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Paramount+, Hulu + Live TV, CBS, Univision, TUDN and ViX. Fubo is listed as a streaming option with device support across computers, smartphones, tablets and smart TVs including Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV.

Match overview and tactical context

Arsenal carry the burden of expectation after a dominant 4-0 win over Atlético in the group stage but have struggled for goals in recent knockout matches. The Gunners have been stretched by a long season — this will be their 58th match — and form shows only two wins in their last eight matches across competitions. Atlético, by contrast, are freed from a domestic title race and can focus on European competition, where Diego Simeone’s side typically favour tactical discipline and counter-attacking football. Set-pieces could be decisive: Arsenal score many dead-ball goals domestically, while Atlético have been strong from set plays in this Champions League campaign.

Squad situation and projected XIs (as reported)

World Soccer Talk reports fitness concerns for Arsenal over Kai Havertz and confirms Jurrien Timber remains sidelined, while Bukayo Saka is expected to be fit and available to start. For Atlético Madrid, the report lists multiple doubts in attack after the first leg — Julián Álvarez and Giuliano Simeone are both described as doubtful and Nicolás González unavailable — which forces Diego Simeone to rely on Alexander Sørloth and Antoine Griezmann in attack if those absences are confirmed.

• Kickoff: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 3:00pm ET / 12:00pm PT.
• Where to watch (USA): Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Paramount+, Hulu + Live TV, CBS, Univision, TUDN and ViX.
• Tie status: 1-1 on aggregate after the first leg in Madrid.
• Arsenal are unbeaten in this Champions League season and played their 4-0 group-stage win over Atlético at the Emirates.
• Squad notes: Bukayo Saka reported fit for Arsenal; Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber carry fitness doubts in the Arsenal squad per the report; Atlético have doubts over Julián Álvarez and Giuliano Simeone, with Nicolás González unavailable (as reported).

Broadcast tips and streaming notes

If you plan to stream on Fubo, the source lists a subscription price of $14.99 per month and confirms broad device compatibility. The report also notes VPN use if you are abroad and need to access a usual streaming service, mentioning NordVPN as an example.

What happens next

The winner of this tie will progress to the Champions League final. Arsenal must overturn the cautious first-leg draw at home while managing fatigue late in a long season; Atlético will attempt to use their experience and tactical discipline to frustrate the Gunners and exploit counter-attacking or set-piece opportunities. Official starting lineups, club injury confirmations and any last-minute broadcast updates should be checked closer to kickoff to finalise viewing plans and squad assessments.