How to Watch Elche vs. Barcelona on TV, Live Stream

Barcelona open their 2026–27 La Liga campaign with an away day at Elche this Sunday, as Hansi Flick’s side attempt to begin their title defense in style.

La Blaugrana were the runaway league leaders last season as they clinched back-to-back titles, and their chance of a three-peat already looks promising. The recent addition of Rodri is a statement of intent, adding another dimension to an already star-studded roster.

An opening match victory over Elche is projected, especially considering Barça have won the last 13 in this fixture—including 3–1 victories home and away last season. Martín Anselmi’s men, who only narrowly avoided relegation in 2025–26, must play the perfect game to avoid defeat.

Here’s how to catch the first competitive fixture of the campaign for the Catalan behemoths.

What Time Does Elche vs. Barcelona Kick Off?

Location: Elche, Spain

Stadium: Estadio Martínez Valero

Date: Sunday, Aug. 23

Kickoff Time: 3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT / 8:30 p.m. BST

Referee: Alejandro Quintero González

How to Watch Elche vs. Barcelona on TV, Live Stream

There’s a selection of different providers in the United States, with ABC, ESPN and fuboTV all broadcasting the clash from the Estadio Martínez Valero.

In Canada, TSN are the only broadcasters of the action, while it’s just Premier Sports offering the game in the United Kingdom.

Those in Mexico can choose between Sky Sports and izzi.

MORE: Full list of La Liga broadcasters around the world

What’s Next for Elche, Barcelona?

To account for their delayed start to the season, Barça will catch up on their postponed Gameweek 1 fixture next Thursday. They face Athletic Club at Camp Nou before hosting Rayo Vallecano the following Monday.

Elche, who opened their season by drawing against Deportivo de A Coruña, will take to the field next Friday when they visit Racing Santander.