How to watch the EFL Championship in Australia 

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The EFL Championship returns with all the drama, intensity and unpredictability fans have come to expect. Relegated Premier League clubs West Ham, Burnley and Wolverhampton Wanderers will be desperate not to hang around in the second division for long, but they'll face stiff competition from Hollywood clubs Birmingham and Wrexham, as well as perennial contenders Sheffield United, Watford and Southampton.   

This season, beIN SPORTS is the only place to watch EFL Championship matches live and on demand in Australia and New Zealand. 

LIVE THIS WEEK

Wrexham v Birmingham City, 29 August – 5am AEST | 7am NZ 

Middlesbrough v West Bromwich Albion, 29 August – 9:30pm AEST | 11:30pm NZ 

Cardiff City v Sheffield United, 30 August – 1am AEST | 3am NZ

Where to Watch EFL Championship in Australia  

In Australia, EFL Championship is available via beIN SPORTS on beIN SPORTS CONNECT, Amazon Prime Video, and Fetch TV. Here’s how to stream the EFL Championship live:   

beIN SPORTS CONNECT 

Stream EFL Championship matches live and on-demand. Watch on web, mobile, tablet, and smart TVs. Flexible subscription plans with a 7-day free trial.  

Amazon Prime Video  

Add beIN SPORTS CONNECT as a channel within your Amazon Prime subscription. Stream on all devices where Prime Video is supported. Perfect for fans already subscribed to Amazon Prime.  

Fetch TV  

If you’re a Fetch TV subscriber, add beIN SPORTS CONNECT to your plan. Enjoy EFL CHAMPIONSHIP on the big screen with your Fetch box.  

Where to Watch EFL Championship in New Zealand  

Fans in New Zealand can also stream EFL Championship via beIN SPORTS CONNECT: Watch EFL Championship matches live or on-demand. Stream on web, mobile, tablet, and smart TV. Subscription options mirror those in Australia.  

Subscribing to beIN SPORTS CONNECT  

We offer two subscription options for existing and new viewers:  

Annual: For hardcore fans, our annual subscription offer provides huge value at AU $159.99/NZ $149.99.  

Monthly: This plan provides flexibility for casual viewers, priced at AU$15.99/NZ$14.99 per month. Our monthly offering provides flexibility and a more casual experience. For $15.99 you can enjoy the EFL Championship. Start today with a 7-Day free trial.  

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Extra Features with beIN SPORTS  

Your subscription gives you more than just live matches:  

Full match replays – catch up anytime if you miss the live action.  

Highlights packages – quick summaries with goals and key moments.  

News & analysis – stay updated on transfers, player insights, and expert commentary.  

Tips for the Best EFL CHAMPIONSHIP Streaming Experience  

Download the beIN SPORTS CONNECT app – set reminders and watch matches on-demand.  

Follow beIN SPORTS on social media – match previews, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes content.  

Visit the beIN SPORTS website – stay updated with fixtures, results, and EFL CHAMPIONSHIP news.  

Key takeaways  

With beIN SPORTS CONNECT, see EFL Championship matches live and on-demand. Whether you’re watching via the app, the website or via Amazon or Fetch TV, you’ll never miss a minute of the action.  

You can watch the EFL CHAMPIONSHIP through the beIN SPORTS section on Amazon and Fetch TV. Jump to the beIN SPORTS website for the latest news and information on all 24 teams from EFL CHAMPIONSHIP.  

Watch EFL CHAMPIONSHIP on the home of football  

The new season brings fresh opportunities. Some teams will be pushing for promotion, while others are fighting to avoid the drop. Every point matters in one of football’s most competitive divisions. 

Subscribe to beIN SPORTS CONNECT here  

Frequently Asked Questions 

How can I watch EFL Championship in Australia?   

You can watch the EFL Championship live in Australia on beIN SPORTS CONNECT, Amazon Prime Video, or Fetch TV.  

Is there a free trial to watch EFL Championship?  

Yes, new subscribers to beIN SPORTS CONNECT get a 7-day free trial.  

Can I watch EFL Championship for free in Australia? 

Only via the 7-day trial. After that, a subscription is required.  

How much does beIN SPORTS CONNECT cost?  

The beIN SPORTS CONNECT subscription is $159.99. Monthly subscriptions cost $15.99. 

COMING UP 

Matchday 4: 2-3 September

Stoke City v Norwich City, 2 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ

Burnley v Middlesbrough, 3 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ  

Matchday 5: 5-8 September

Preston North End v Blackburn Rovers, 5 September – 9:30pm AEST | 11:30pm NZ 

Burnley v Bristol City, 6 September – 12am AEST | 2am NZ 

Swansea City v Wrexham, 6 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ 

Birmingham City v Wolverhampton Wanderers, 6 September – 9pm AEST | 11pm NZ 

Bromley v AFC Wimbledon, 8 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ (LEAGUE ONE)  

Matchday 6: 8-11 September

Bolton Wanderers v West Ham United, 8 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ

Charlton Athletic v Queens Park Rangers, 9 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ 

Stevenage v Luton Town, 11 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ (LEAGUE ONE)  

Matchday 7: 12-14 September

West Ham United v Wrexham, 12 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ  

Derby County v Birmingham City, 12 September – 9:30pm AEST | 11:30pm NZ 

Watford v Stoke City, 13 September – 12am AEST | 2am NZ 

Sheffield United v Wolverhampton Wanderers, 13 September – 9pm AEST | 11pm NZ 

Matchday 8: 18-21 September

AFC Wimbledon v MK Dons, 18 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ (LEAGUE ONE)  

Bristol City v Watford, 19 September – 5am AEST | 7am NZ  

Millwall v West Ham United, 19 September – 9:30pm AEST | 11:30pm NZ 

Wrexham v Southampton, 20 September – 12am AEST | 2am NZ 

Wolverhampton Wanderers v West Bromwich Albion, 20 September – 9pm AEST | 11pm NZ 

LEAGUE TWO - INTERNATIONAL BREAK 25 September - 8 October

Crawley Town v Barnet, 26 September – 9:30pm AEST | 11:30pm NZ

Oldham Athletic v Salford City, 27 September – 2:30am AEST | 4:30am NZ  

Chesterfield v Tranmere Rovers, 3 October – 9:30pm AEST | 11:30pm NZ

Matchday 9: 9-11 October

West Ham United v Queens Park Rangers, 9 October – 6am AEDT | 8am NZ  

West Bromwich Albion v Birmingham City, 10 October – 10:30pm AEDT | 11 October – 12:30am NZ 

Bolton Wanderers v Stoke City, 11 October – 1am AEDT | 3am NZ 

Southampton v Portsmouth, 11 October – 10pm AEDT | 12 October – 12am NZ 

Matchday 10: 14-15 October

Stoke City v Middlesbrough, 14 October – 6am AEDT | 8am NZ  

Lincoln City v West Ham United, 15 October – 6am AEDT | 8am NZ  

Matchday 11: 17-18 October

Burnley v Wolverhampton Wanderers, 17 October – 6am AEDT | 8am NZ  

Watford v Charlton Athletic, 17 October – 10:30pm AEDT | 11 October – 12:30am NZ 

Norwich City v Portsmouth, 18 October – 1am AEDT | 3am NZ 

Matchday 12: 24-25 October

Bolton Wanderers v Middlesbrough, 24 October – 6am AEDT | 8am NZ  

Charlton Athletic v Norwich City, 24 October – 10:30pm AEDT | 11 October – 12:30am NZ 

Preston North End v West Bromwich Albion, 25 October – 1am AEDT | 3am NZ 

Matchday 13: 31 October - 1 November

Sheffield United v Wrexham, 31 October – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ  

Stoke City v Preston North End, 31 October – 11:30pm AEDT | 1 November – 1:30am NZ 

Millwall v Derby County, 1 November – 2am AEDT | 4am NZ

Matchday 14: 3-4 November

West Bromwich Albion v Southampton, 3 November – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ  

Bristol City v Wolverhampton Wanderers, 4 November – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ   

Matchday 15: 7-8 November

Derby County v Bolton Wanderers, 7 November – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ  

Wrexham v Wolverhampton Wanderers, 7 November – 11:30pm AEDT | 8 November – 1:30am NZ 

Birmingham City v Swansea, 8 November – 2am AEDT | 4am NZ

Matchday 16: 21-23 November

Millwall v Queens Park Rangers, 21 November – 11:30pm AEDT | 22 November – 1:30am NZ 

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Charlton Athletic, 22 November – 2am AEDT | 4am NZ

Burnley v Blackburn Rovers, 22 November – 11pm AEDT | 23 November – 1am NZ 

Matchday 17: 25-26 November

Wolverhampton Wanderers v Derby County, 25 November – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ  

Stoke City v Millwall, 26 November – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ 

Matchday 18: 28-30 November

Southampton v Middlesbrough, 28 November – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ 

Preston North End v Norwich City, 28 November – 11:30pm AEDT | 29 November – 1:30am NZ 

West Bromwich Albion v Bristol City, 29 November – 2am AEDT | 4am NZ

Swansea City v Cardiff City, 29 November – 11pm AEDT | 30 November – 1am NZ 

Matchday 19: 5-7 December

Sheffield United v West Ham United, 5 December – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ 

Bolton Wanderers v Blackburn Rovers, 5 December – 11:30pm AEDT | 6 December – 1:30am NZ 

Stoke City v Queens Park Rangers, 6 December – 2am AEDT | 4am NZ

Burnley v Preston North End, 6 December – 11pm AEDT | 7 December – 1am NZ 

Matchday 20: 10-13 December

Southampton v West Ham United, 10 December – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ 

Bolton Wanderers v Wrexham, 12 December – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ 

Stoke City v West Bromwich Albion, 12 December – 11:30pm AEDT | 13 December – 1:30am NZ 

Matchday 21: 19-21 December

West Bromwich Albion v Sheffield United, 19 December – 7am AEDT | 9am NZ 

Bolton Wanderers v Wrexham, 19 December – 11:30pm AEDT | 20 December – 1:30am NZ 

Southampton v Blackburn Rovers, 20 December – 2am AEDT | 4am NZ 

Matchday 21: 26-27 December

Sheffield United v Middlesbrough, 26 December – 11:30pm AEDT | 27 December – 1:30am NZ 

Blackburn Rovers v Birmingham City, 27 December – 2am AEDT | 4am NZ 

Matchday 22: 30 December

Wrexham v Blackburn Rovers, 30 December – 5am AEDT | 7am NZ 

Southampton v West Ham United, 30 December – 7:15am AEDT | 9:15am NZ 

Matchday 23: 1-2 January

Millwall v Wolverhampton Wanderers, 1 January – 11:30pm AEDT | 2 January – 1:30am NZ 

Wrexham v Bolton Wanderers, 30 December – 2am AEDT | 4am NZ 

Burnley v Sheffield United, 30 December – 4:30am AEDT | 6:30am NZ