Where and how to watch Saudi Pro League from different locations in the world

Where and how to watch Saudi Pro League from different locations in the world

Helix Odhiambo
updated at August 28, 2023 at 3:50 AM

The Saudi Pro League has gained popularity following an influx of European stars into the competition, giving it worldwide exposure. Many football fans are shifting their attention to the league to watch their favourite players battling on Arab soil. Here is how to watch Saudi Pro League and when to tune in based on location.

How to watch Saudi Pro League
Al Ittihad players (L) and their opponents Al Nassr (R) lined up during the Saudi Super Cup semi-final match at King Fahd International Stadium on 26 January 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Photo: Khalid Alhaj
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The league has significantly invested in top European players and coaches. They include Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Kalidou Koulibaly, Sadio Mané, Riyad Mahrez, and Neymar. So, is Saudi League on TV? This article explains more about the tournament and how to watch the Saudi Pro League online and on TV from the comfort of your home.

Where can I watch the Saudi Pro League?

The Saudi Pro League (SPL) began in 1976. It is the highest division of association football in Saudi Arabia. The competition consists of 18 clubs. They include Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal, Al-Ittihad, Al-Ahli, Al Riyadh, and Al Shabab. The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) owns 75% of the clubs.

Which channel will show Saudi Pro League?

Where can I watch the Saudi Pro League?
Al Hilal fans during the AFC Champions League 2022 quarterfinal match against Foolad FC at Al Janoub Stadium in Doha, Qatar, on 23 February 2023. Photo: Noushad Thekkayil
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The 2023-24 SPL season has begun, and fans are eager to watch the stars in action. The tournament started on 11 August 2023 and will end on 27 May 2024. According to sources, the SPL signed deals with multiple broadcasters, which will see its matches air on 48 platforms and TV broadcasters in over 170 countries worldwide.

Anyone can catch the actions depending on their location. Here is how to watch Saudi Pro League live streaming from various regions, including the USA, UK, Canada, India, and the Middle East.

Country

TV channel & streaming

United States

ESPN

United Kingdom

Sky Sports

Italy

SportItalia

India

Sony Sports Network

Portugal

Sport TV

Germany

Bild

France

L'Equipe

Middle East

Saudi Sports Company (SSC)

International

Shahid

How to watch Saudi Pro League in the USA

International audiences can catch all the games in Shahid, the first free video-on-demand and leading TV catch-up service in the Middle East. It is a legal streaming site that offers monthly and annual subscriptions to clients. US residents can also access the matches on ESPN.

How to watch Saudi Pro League in the UK

Is Saudi League on TV?
Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr greets head coach Luis Castro during the pre-season friendly match against SL Benfica at Estadio Algarve on 20 July 2023 in Faro, Portugal. Photo: Gualter Fatia
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If you are living in the UK, you can enjoy watching Cristiano Ronaldo and other top names on Shahid, DAZN, or Sky Sports. DAZN secured the rights to stream the games for two years in the UK, Ireland, Germany, Austria, Canada, and Belgium.

How to watch Saudi Pro League in India for free

Football is among the most popular sports in India. The Saudi league has also gained popularity, with most Indians keen to follow the tournament. SPL will broadcast live in India on SonyLIV and its various TV channels and OTT apps. You must subscribe to SonyLIV and live stream the games on your preferred device.

If you are flying away from India, you can catch the matches by connecting to a trustworthy VPN, which will help you bypass the geo-restrictions.

How to watch Saudi Pro League in Canada

Canadians can enjoy the excitement and talent of the league by live streaming on Shahid and DAZN. You can also use a strong VPN to watch the games while travelling outside Canada.

How to watch Saudi Pro League in Australia

How to watch the Saudi Pro League online
Ittihad's French midfielder N'Golo Kante (R) and Al-Raed's Senegalese midfielder Mamadou Loum fight for the ball during the Saudi Pro League match at the King Abdullah Sports City stadium in Buraidah on 14 August 2023. Photo: AFP
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Soccer fans in Australia can watch the SPL games for free on Channel 10, which acquired the broadcasting rights for the tournament. You can view three live matches weekly on the 10Play streaming service without paying a single cent.

How to watch Saudi Pro League in UAE

UAE residents have several options to catch the matches online. They can stream on MBC's Shahid platform or watch the Saudi Sports Company's channels.

Where can I watch Saudi Pro League in the Middle East?

Middle East nations like UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Jordan, Iran, and Egypt can also enjoy the actions in Shahid and on the Saudi Sports Company's channels.

How to watch Saudi Pro League in South Africa

Where can I watch the Saudi Pro League?
Roberto Firmino (10) of Al-Ahli celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's second goal during the Saudi Pro League match against Al-Hazm at the Prince Abdullah AlFaisal Stadium on 11 August 2023 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Photo: Yasser Bakhsh
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South Africa is known for its famous Supersport TV channels on several platforms like the DStv, Canal+ satellite, and the GOtv, covering several sporting events globally. However, DStv has no plans to broadcast the 2022-23 Saudi Pro League. South Africans can stream the games on StarTimes App or TV and the Shahid service. You can also use a VPN to navigate the geo-restriction barriers of some streaming platforms like ESPN+.

How to watch Saudi Pro League in Nepal

Football fans in Nepal can watch Brazil's Neymar at Al Hilal on the SPL live in Shahid, an international broadcaster that provides coverage of the league games. You can also use a strong VPN to watch using other platforms available only in other countries.

Asians can also access the games on SPOTV. The South Korean pay television network signed a two-year deal to broadcast three live games weekly. The network covers most Asian countries, including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Macau, Singapore, and Malaysia.

How to watch Saudi Pro League for free

Which channel will show Saudi Pro League?
The Roshn Saudi League trophy (L) and Saudi Super Cup trophy (R) were presented during the Karim Benzema official reception at King Abdullah Sports City on 8 June 2023 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Photo: Yasser Bakhsh
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Are you ready to experience the excitement of the SPL without spending a penny? Italians can enjoy the matches without a cent on the free-to-air channel LA7. The company, owned by Cairo Communication, secured a two-year deal and plans to broadcast one top game weekly. The channel is also available in a few European countries neighbouring Italy.

You can also catch the games on FuboTV, a popular streaming service offering a free trial period to new users. Fubo consists of FS2, Fox Deportes, and Fox Soccer Plus channels. Fox Sports app also provides access to the matches at your convenience.

SPL international broadcast rights

How to watch Saudi Pro League live streaming
Ettifaq's supporters light flares in the stands during the Saudi Pro League match against Al-Nassr at the Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam on 27 May 2023. Photo: AFP
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The International Management Group (IMG) agreed with the league to manage its international broadcast rights distribution for two seasons. The deal also includes Canal+ (France), SPORT TV (Portugal), Marca.com (Spain) and Cosmote (Greece).

IMG will also produce the live world feed, including graphics and English commentary. IMG's digital team, Seven League, will manage SPL's social channels and digital content output. SNTV, the joint venture between The Associated Press and IMG, will feature news packages delivered to over 400 media organisations across broadcast, digital and social platforms worldwide.

You now know where and how to watch Saudi Pro League from your region. The tournament has captured global attention with its ambition to become one of the top 10 leagues in the world by 2030. Remember to tune in and follow the proceedings as Al-Ittihad hope to defend their title.

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Helix Odhiambo
Helix Odhiambo is an award-winning Kenyan journalist and content creator with over 6 years of experience. In 2016, he won the Goal Blaze Correspondent Award for young writers.