When to watch Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland
- Saturday, Oct. 11 at 2:45 p.m. ET (11:45 a.m. PT).
Where to watch
- Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland will air in the US on Fubo Sports Network.
Portugal looks to remain unbeaten in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying on Saturday as they take on an Ireland team in desperate need of a positive result.
Below, we’ll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the game as it happens, wherever you are in the world, and how to use a VPN if the match isn’t available where you are.
Roberto Martinez’s men have followed on their good form from their UEFA Nations League win in the summer, with Portugal claiming an emphatic 5-0 win over Armenia before registering a last-gasp 3-2 victory over Hungary in Budapest last month.
Meanwhile, The Boys in Green come into this match with major question marks over the future of manager Heimur Hallgrimsson. Also, the team’s hope of qualifying for next summer’s tournament is in tatters after a 2-2 draw with Hungary was followed by a shocking 2-1 loss to Armenia in Yerevan in Group F play.
The match looks to be an emotional affair, as it’s host Portugal’s first home game since the tragic death of forward Diogo Jota in a car crash earlier this year.
Portugal takes on the Republic of Ireland at the Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon on Saturday Oct. 11. Kickoff is set for 7:45 p.m. WEST local time in Portugal. That also makes it a 7:45 p.m. IST / BST start in Ireland and the UK, and an 8:45 p.m. kickoff across Europe. In the US and Canada it’s a 2:45 p.m. ET or 11:45 a.m. PT start, while for viewers in Australia, the game gets underway at 5:45 a.m. AEDT on Sunday morning.
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored in Portugal’s last five international matches.
Livestream the Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland match in the US
Today’s game is available to watch in the US on Fubo Sports Network, the streaming platform’s dedicated sports service.
Fubo Sports Network is included in Fubo’s new Fubo Sports plan which cost $56 per month ($46 for the first month).
The skinny bundle also includes FS1 and FS2, along with ABC and CBS (but not NBC) in addition to ESPN and NFL Network. It also includes access to ESPN’s new streaming app. Click here to see which local channels you get in your region with Fubo. Read our Fubo review.
Spanish-language service ViX also has the rights to show the game live in the US.
How to watch the Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland match online from anywhere using a VPN
If you’re traveling abroad and want to keep up with all the World Cup qualifier action while away from home, a VPN can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming.
It encrypts your traffic and prevents your internet service provider from throttling your speeds, and can also be helpful when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks while traveling, adding an extra layer of protection for your devices and logins. VPNs are legal in many countries, including the US and Canada, and can be used for legitimate purposes such as improving online privacy and security.
However, some streaming services may have policies restricting VPN usage to access region-specific content. If you’re considering a VPN for streaming, check the platform’s terms of service to ensure compliance.
If you choose to use a VPN, follow the provider’s installation instructions, ensuring you’re connected securely and in compliance with applicable laws and service agreements. Some streaming platforms may block access when a VPN is detected, so verifying if your streaming subscription allows VPN usage is crucial.
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ExpressVPN is our current best VPN pick for people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. Prices start at $3.49 a month on a two-year plan for the service’s Basic tier.
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Livestream the Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland match in the UK
Amazon Prime Video is showing this World Cup qualifier clash live in the UK via pay-per-view.
You won’t need to be a Prime subscriber to access Amazon’s coverage, but there is a £2.49 fee to watch this game.
If you like the look of what Amazon is offering, Prime Video standalone subscriptions start at £9 a month or £95 per year in the UK and includes access to Prime Video’s content library of shows such as Clarkson’s Farm, Heretic and more. The service is also included with a Prime membership.
Livestream the Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland match for free in Ireland
The great news for The Boys In Green supporters is that live coverage for this crucial qualifier is with free-to-air terrestrial broadcaster RTÉ, with the match set to be shown on RTÉ 2. That also means you’ll be able to live stream the game for free via the network’s online platform RTÉ player. Coverage begins at 7 p.m. IST
Irish public broadcaster RTE ‘s online and on-demand service is free to use for anyone living on the Emerald Isle. RTÉ Player is available across a wide range of mobile and smart devices.
Livestream the Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland match in Australia
Football fans Down Under can watch this match on streaming service Stan Sport.
Stan Sport will set you back AU$20 a month (on top of a Stan subscription, which starts at AU$12). It’s also worth noting that the streaming service is currently offering a seven-day free trial.
A subscription will also give you access to Premier League, Champions League and Europa League action, as well as international rugby and Formula E.
Livestream the Portugal vs. Republic of Ireland match in Canada
If you want to stream this game live in Canada, you’ll need to subscribe to DAZN Canada.
A DAZN subscription currently costs CA$30 a month or CA$200 a year and will also give you access to the UEFA Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League, plus EFL Championship soccer, Six Nations rugby and WTA tennis.
As well as dedicated apps for iOS and Android, there’s a wide range of support for set-top boxes and smart TVs.
Quick tips for streaming international soccer using a VPN
- With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience and success when streaming soccer may vary.
- If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
- If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs — like Roku — don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
- All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
- And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.
