Watch Live: Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace in the US, Canada, UK, Australia
The Premier League fixture between Newcastle United and Crystal Palace takes place on Sunday, January 4, 2026, during a crowded mid-morning kickoff window.
While the match may not be the headline fixture of the weekend, it is one of the most geographically uneven games in terms of viewing access. In some countries it is easy to find. In others, it is either locked behind paywalls or not available live at all.
Here is a country-by-country guide explaining exactly how to watch Newcastle vs Crystal Palace live, including TV channels, streaming platforms, costs, and free options.
Match DetailsMatch: Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace Competition: Premier League Date: Sunday, January 4, 2026 Kickoff (US): 10:00 AM ET Kickoff (UK): 3:00 PM GMT |
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United States: Streaming Required, No Free TV
In the U.S., Premier League rights are controlled by NBC Sports.
TV and Streaming Availability
Newcastle vs Crystal Palace airs exclusively on streaming, not on free broadcast TV.
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Primary platform: Peacock
The match is not scheduled for NBC or USA Network, meaning:
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It is not free over the air
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A digital antenna will not work
Cost and Access
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Peacock Premium is the lowest-cost legal option in the U.S.
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Live TV streaming services are not required for this fixture
NBC Premier League listings:
https://www.nbcsports.com/soccer/premier-league
United Kingdom: Not Available Live Due to Broadcast Restrictions
The UK is the most restrictive market for this match.
Sunday 3pm Reality
Although the famous blackout rule applies to Saturdays, Sunday 3:00 PM matches are often not selected for live TV due to limited broadcast slots.
Newcastle vs Crystal Palace falls into that category and is not scheduled for live broadcast on:
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Sky Sports
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TNT Sports
There is no legal way to watch this match live on TV or streaming in the UK.
What UK Fans Can Watch Instead
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Highlights on BBC (Match of the Day)
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Live radio commentary
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Extended highlights after full-time
BBC football coverage:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football
Canada: Full Live Coverage on One Platform
Canada offers one of the simplest viewing experiences.
Streaming
All Premier League matches are streamed live on Fubo Canada.
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Newcastle vs Crystal Palace available live
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Full replays and highlights included
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No cable subscription required
Platform details:
https://www.fubo.tv/stream/ca/
Free Option
None.
However, one subscription covers every Premier League match.
Australia: Complete Coverage With One Subscription
Australia remains one of the most fan-friendly markets for Premier League viewers.
Streaming
All matches are available live on Optus Sport.
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Live coverage
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Full replays
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Mini-matches and highlights
Service information:
https://sport.optus.com.au/
TV Availability
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No free-to-air broadcasts
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Exclusive streaming rights
Additional Countries: Where Else to Watch Live
France
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Broadcaster: Canal+
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Access: Paid subscription
Germany
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Broadcaster: Sky Deutschland
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Access: Paid TV / streaming
Middle East (UAE)
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Broadcaster: beIN Sports MENA
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Access: Paid
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Website: https://www.beinsports.com/en-mena/
India
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Broadcaster: Star Sports / Disney+ Hotstar
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Access: Low-cost paid streaming
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Website: https://www.hotstar.com
Final Thoughts
Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace is a clear example of how Premier League access depends more on geography than importance.
In the United States, the match is easy to find if you know where to look, but it is not free. In the United Kingdom, fans must accept that some Sunday matches simply are not televised live. Canada and Australia offer the cleanest experience, with full coverage on a single platform.
The most useful advice for fans is simple: check the broadcaster first, not the kickoff time. For Premier League matches like this one, knowing the media landscape is the difference between watching live and finding out afterward that the match was never available.
