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Saturday’s Global Football Marathon: Broadcasts, Commentators, and Key Kickoffs

16 January 2026

Saturday’s Global Football Marathon: Broadcasts, Commentators, and Key Kickoffs
A packed Saturday of global football fixtures and broadcast details.

Broadcast channels and viewing options for Saturday

Football fans around the world are in for a stacked Saturday, January 17, 2026, with a lineup brimming with headline clashes and regional showdowns across Africa, Europe and the Arab world.

From Casablanca, the Africa Cup of Nations bronze match features Egypt vs Nigeria, as both teams chase a proud finish and a bronze medal to cap their campaigns.

In the Premier League, Old Trafford hosts the Manchester derby as Manchester United welcome Manchester City, while across the Spanish capital Real Madrid take on Levante at the Bernabeu.

Locally, the Saudi Pro League continues with thrilling clashes, and the Asian Cup under-23 quarterfinals heat up with Uzbekistan vs China and Australia vs Korea Republic.

For those watching from afar, broadcasting options include BeIN SPORTS for major leagues, TOD TV for certain rights, and regional services like Eight and STC TV. If you must travel with your screens, NordVPN can help you tune in from virtually anywhere.

Today’s fixtures and viewing details

The Africa Cup of Nations bronze clash Egypt vs Nigeria kicks off at 19:00 in Saudi Arabia and 20:00 in the UAE.

The Manchester United vs Manchester City derby is scheduled for 15:30 in Saudi Arabia and 16:30 in the UAE.

Real Madrid vs Levante in La Liga is set for 16:00 in Saudi Arabia and 17:00 in the UAE.

Saudi Pro League matches include Al-Fayha vs Damac, Al Khaleej vs Al Ahli, and Al Nassr vs Al Shabab, with kickoff times aligned to local daylight hours.

Asian Cup under-23 quarterfinals pair Uzbekistan vs China and Australia vs Korea Republic, with match times in the afternoon and evening.

Additional fixtures span Europe’s top leagues with channel listings available through BeIN SPORTS and partners.

Where to watch and how to watch from abroad

BeIN SPORTS remains a go-to for many of the featured leagues, while TOD TV and Eight provide alternative streaming routes. For global access, STC TV and Shahid are listed as additional options, and Nord VPN helps viewers tune in from different countries.

In short, this guide from Koora pulls together the day’s fixtures, broadcast channels and announcers, helping fans catch every key moment without chasing clues on a map.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What matches are on Saturday, January 17, 2026?

Key clashes include the Africa Cup of Nations bronze match Egypt vs Nigeria, the Manchester United vs Manchester City derby, Real Madrid vs Levante, plus Saudi Pro League games and Asian Cup U23 quarterfinals.

Which channels broadcast AFCON 2025?

BeIN SPORTS is the primary broadcaster, with additional rights on beIN SPORTS MAX 1 and related platforms; regional services like Shahid can also carry select games.

How can I watch from abroad?

Use streaming options such as Nord VPN or Eight to access local broadcasts, and check the listed official partners for international availability.

Where can I find the full schedule?

The complete schedule is available on Kooora’s pages and the article’s linked channels list for precise times and commentators.