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Monday’s Football Machine: Your Essential Guide to Feb 2, 2026’s Must-Watch Matches

1 February 2026

Monday’s Football Machine: Your Essential Guide to Feb 2, 2026’s Must-Watch Matches
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Broadcast channels for today’s matches

Football fans around the world kick off February 2, 2026 with a busy slate. BeIN SPORTS and TOD TV lead the charge for European leagues, while regional apps and streaming services offer coverage across the Saudi Pro League and beyond. If you’re chasing access from anywhere on the map, NordVPN helps you dodge regional blocks—yes, even your couch will feel international today.

Today’s schedule by league

The Saudi Pro League (Round 20) features Al Riyadh vs Al Nassr at 18:15 local time (19:15 UAE), followed by Al Hilal vs Al Ahli at 20:30 and Al Akhdoud vs Neom at 20:30. Across the water, England’s Premier League (Round 24) brings Sunderland against Burnley at 23:00 Saudi time (00:00 UAE). In Spain, Mallorca host Sevilla in La Liga Round 22 at 23:00 Saudi time (00:00 UAE). Italy’s Serie A (Round 23) presents Udinese vs Roma at 22:45 Saudi time (23:45 UAE). In the Saudi First Division (Round 20), Al Bukairiyah hosts Al Raed at 15:30, and Jeddah plays Al Jabalin at 18:50, both in local time.

Additionally, a complete schedule page is available for those who want every fixture laid out in one place. The day’s lineup is rounded out with a reminder: the schedule is subject to change, so keep an eye on kickoff times.

Time zone note: all Saudi times translate to UAE times with a one-hour difference in many cases, so double-check your local clock—nobody wants to cheer a winner at a wrong stadium. And for anyone chasing last-minute streams, the list below highlights the official broadcasters ready to deliver every whistle.

Where to watch and who’s commentating

Today’s games are broadcast through a mix of beIN SPORTS HD, TOD TV, and Eight for the Saudi games, with stc TV covering the Italian clash. Commentators include familiar voices like Abdullah Al-Ghamdi for the Sunderland–Burnley clash and Mohammed Barakat for Mallorca vs Sevilla, adding color to the action. If you’re watching from abroad, Nord VPN offers a workaround so you don’t miss a minute of the drama.

For those looking for “other ways to watch,” the article also mentions additional official channels and streaming options, underscoring the global reach of football and the importance of a good internet connection. Yes, even your snack-break timer can become a global sports bar when the match is that good.

To help you navigate, the day features varied kickoff times, all listed in Saudi time, with UAE times as a handy reference. If you’re building a fantasy team or just bragging rights, today’s schedule provides ample opportunities to flex your football knowledge and your patience for late-night matches.

Remember, while football results can be dramatic, the true victory is in sharing the experience with friends, family, or that one neighbor who always knows the exact starting lineups minutes before kickoff.

Table of fixtures (highlights)

Saudi Pro League – Round 20: Al Riyadh vs Al Nassr at 18:15, Al Hilal vs Al Ahli at 20:30, Al Akhdoud vs Neom at 20:30.

Premier League – Round 24: Sunderland vs Burnley at 23:00 (Saudi), 00:00 (UAE).

La Liga – Round 22: Mallorca vs Sevilla at 23:00 (Saudi), 00:00 (UAE).

Serie A – Round 23: Udinese vs Roma at 22:45 (Saudi), 23:45 (UAE).

Saudi First Division – Round 20: Al Bukairiyah vs Al Raed at 15:30, Jeddah vs Al Jabalin at 18:50.

For the full list, click through to the dedicated page linked in the article.

Enjoy the games, keep the snacks close, and may the offsides be few and the goals plentiful.

Punchline 1: My calendar is so offside today it’s in a different formation entirely. Punchline 2: If the matches were a sniper shot, the scoreline would be a clean headshot—perfect, precise, and somehow still a mystery until the whistle blows.

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Michael Whooosh

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which channels broadcast today’s matches?

BeIN SPORTS HD, TOD TV, Eight for Saudi games, and stc TV for the Italian fixture are the official broadcasters.“NordVPN” is recommended for watching from abroad.

Can I watch from outside Saudi Arabia?

Yes. NordVPN (and other legal streaming options) can help you access beIN SPORTS, TOD TV, and Eight from abroad where permitted.

Where can I find the full schedule?

A full schedule is available on the linked Kooora page referenced in the article.