How to watch Real Madrid vs Athletic Club and Man City vs Aston Villa in the USA: La Liga and Premier League final-day 3

What to watch and when

Two major European fixtures are listed with US broadcast details: Real Madrid vs Athletic Club in LaLiga is scheduled for 3:00pm ET / 12:00pm PT on Saturday, May 23 (source lists 2025), and Manchester City vs Aston Villa in the Premier League is scheduled for 11:00am ET / 8:00am PT on Sunday, May 24 (source lists 2026). Each article includes how to stream the match in the United States and key context about what is at stake for the clubs involved.

Why it matters

Both fixtures are final-day matches with different stakes: Real Madrid's game is framed as a chance to end a disappointing season on a positive note under interim manager Álvaro Arbeloa, while Athletic Club are aiming to salvage pride and mark a managerial change. Manchester City's game is presented as a possible farewell for Pep Guardiola and an opportunity to honour his tenure; Aston Villa arrive fresh from a Europa League final win with questions about fatigue and rotation.

How to watch in the USA

According to the respective previews: Real Madrid vs Athletic Club will be available on ESPN+ (compatible with Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Chromecast, iOS and Android). Manchester City vs Aston Villa will stream on Peacock Premium (available on computers, smartphones, tablets and smart TVs such as Roku, Apple TV and Fire TV). Each service requires a subscription (source lists $10.99/month for ESPN+ and $10.99/month for Peacock).

Match context and squad notes from the previews

The LaLiga preview says Real Madrid have already secured second place behind Barcelona and that the match has no effect on their league position, but it carries significance for pride and for interim manager Álvaro Arbeloa ahead of a reported summer managerial change. The Athletic Club preview notes a poor campaign (described as their worst since 2018/19), a 12th-place position, and absence of key attackers Oihan Sancet and Nico Williams with hamstring injuries. Real Madrid are reported to be missing Rodrygo, Arda Güler, Éder Militão and Ferland Mendy; Dani Ceballos and Federico Valverde are listed as doubtful and goalkeeper Andriy Lunin is out with an illness in that preview.

For Manchester City, the preview states the squad is reportedly fully fit with no reported injuries or suspensions, and that Pep Guardiola may be leaving at the end of the season. It also highlights City’s strong home form and season-long attacking numbers. Aston Villa are said to have secured Champions League qualification through their league position and come into the game following a Europa League final win; the preview lists Boubacar Kamara and Alysson Edward as unavailable due to injury and expects rotation because of the quick turnaround.

Key points

• Real Madrid vs Athletic Club: ESPN+, 3:00pm ET / 12:00pm PT, Saturday May 23 (source lists 2025).
• Manchester City vs Aston Villa: Peacock Premium, 11:00am ET / 8:00am PT, Sunday May 24 (source lists 2026).
• Real Madrid reportedly have several injuries and will be led by interim manager Álvaro Arbeloa for this final match; Athletic Club are missing forwards Oihan Sancet and Nico Williams.
• Manchester City are reported as fully fit in the preview and seeking a celebratory win amid suggestions it could be Pep Guardiola’s final game; Aston Villa are coming off a Europa League triumph and will rotate.

Broadcast tips and extras

Both sources note common streaming-device compatibility (Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast and mobile apps). They also mention VPN use as a possible workaround if you are abroad and want to access your usual US streaming service. Confirm current subscription pricing and regional availability before purchasing.

What happens next

If you plan to watch, check the streaming service listed for each match (ESPN+ for Real Madrid, Peacock for Man City) and log in ahead of kick-off. Because the source previews include managerial and injury details that may have changed, verify final team news from club channels or league match sheets before the games.