Grounded by Goals: Tuesday's Must-Watch Fixtures and How to Tune In (Oct 21, 2025)

Football fans are buzzing as Tuesday, October 21, 2025 delivers a packed schedule following the return of major competitions.

Key matchups include Barcelona versus Olympiakos in the UEFA Champions League third group round, Villarreal against Manchester City, and Arsenal facing Atletico Madrid. In Asia, Al Hilal takes on Al Sadd in the Elite AFC Champions League, while the Egyptian Premier League features a high-stakes Pyramids versus Pharco clash. The day also offers additional fixtures across other leagues and cups worldwide.

BeIN SPORTS remains the primary broadcaster for the Champions League and AFC Champions League Elite, with TOD TV and Nord VPN offering extra streaming options for global viewers. In Egypt, ON Sports covers the domestic league while Thamaniyah broadcasts several Saudi First Division fixtures. For viewers abroad, Nord VPN helps access streams from anywhere in the world.

Channels and schedule

BeIN SPORTS channels carry the UEFA and AFC matchups, while local networks provide Egyptian league coverage and select Saudi competition streams. Official streaming portals also offer live game coverage in multiple languages, with a mix of local and international commentary. For the complete broadcast list and kickoff times, consult the full schedule published by KOOORA or your preferred sports portal.

Times are listed in local zones; if you are watching from overseas, adjust for your time zone. And if geo-restrictions are an obstacle, Nord VPN can help you access streams from abroad.

Today's fixtures (21 Oct 2025)

The UEFA Champions League third round features Barcelona versus Olympiakos at a late-evening slot, with top-tier coverage by beIN SPORTS 1 HD and commentary by seasoned voices. Other marquee matches include Bayer Leverkusen versus Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal versus Atletico Madrid, and Villarreal versus Manchester City, all broadcast on beIN SPORTS with experienced commentators. In the AFC Champions League Elite, Melbourne City versus Buriram United and Chengdu Rongcheng versus Johor Darul Ta’zim are on BeIN streams, alongside regional feeds. The Egyptian Premier League highlights Pyramids versus Pharco, while Al Batin versus Jeddah stands out in the Saudi First Division. For the full slate, check the complete table below or the latest on KOOORA’s schedule page.

If you plan to watch from abroad, Nord VPN remains a practical option to access streams and dodge regional blocks. Pro tip: even on a Tuesday, you can pretend your sofa is a stadium and your snacks are the halftime show.

Lastly, if you want a concise view, a full-channel and commentator list is online, but here are a few marquee matchups to mark on your calendar: Barcelona vs Olympiakos; Bayer Leverkusen vs PSG; Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid; Villarreal vs City; Newcastle United vs Benfica; Napoli vs Eindhoven; Dortmund vs Copenhagen; and Al Hilal vs Al Sadd. For a detailed guide, the complete fixtures page is your friend.

Punchline time: Bang, my fantasy team just got a reality check—sniper accuracy in a world of offside jokes. Second shot: if predicting results were a sport, I’d win gold in misses, silver in guesses, and bronze in enthusiasm. Enjoy the games, and may your snacks stay within reach and your bets stay clever.