The CBS Sports Golazo team, featuring Kate Scott, Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher, and Micah Richards, has become one of the most popular panels in sports broadcasting. However, watching their Champions League coverage in the UK requires navigating regional restrictions.
Regional Rights and Restrictions
CBS Sports does not hold official broadcasting rights for the Champions League in the UK. Those rights belong to TNT Sports and its streaming platform HBO Max, which will air the Champions League final live. The Paramount+ app, which streams CBS content, is geo-blocked for users outside the United States. UK viewers attempting to access the live stream from a UK IP address will typically encounter an error message.
Social Media Access
UK supporters can still enjoy highlights and viral studio segments via the @CBSSportsGolazo accounts on X and YouTube. These clips circumvent regional blocks and are extremely popular for their banter-heavy style.
The Panel
Kate Scott (formerly Abdo) anchors the programme as moderator, praised for managing the eccentric personalities on set. Thierry Henry, the Arsenal legend, serves as lead analyst, with clear allegiances for the final. Jamie Carragher, former Liverpool defender, is known for high-energy debates and being the primary target of lighthearted teasing. Micah Richards, ex-Manchester City defender, brings his infectious laugh and "Big Meeks" persona, often delivering viral moments.
Watching the Final in the UK
The final will be televised live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate (paid channels), while Virgin Media customers can access it for no extra cost on channel 526. The live broadcast begins at 3pm, two hours before kick-off. For streaming, UK fans must use the HBO Max app. Unlike previous years, the match will not be free on YouTube. However, viewers do not need a full sports subscription (around £30 per month); the match is available to those with a 'basic with ads' HBO Max package, costing £4.99 per month.
