It’s a fresh era for both of these European giants as new head coaches take charge of Italy and Belgium in this standout opening UEFA Nations League fixture in Rome.

Today’s game marks the beginning of Roberto Mancini’s second stint in charge of the hosts as the former Manchester City boss looks to restore some Italian pride after its failure to qualify for a third straight World Cup.

Belgium, meanwhile, comes into the game having given a decent account of itself in the summer, after reaching the quarterfinals at the World Cup before losing to eventual champions Spain. With Rudi Garcia’s contract not extended following that tournament, former Dutch international midfielder Mark van Bommel now takes charge of the Red Devils for the first time today.

Italy hosts Belgium at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome on Friday, Sept. 25. Kickoff is at 8:45 p.m. CEST in Italy, which is 7:45 p.m. BST in the UK. That’s a 2:45 p.m. ET or 11:45 a.m. PT kickoff in the US and Canada and a 4:45 a.m. AEST start on Saturday in Australia.

Livestream the Italy vs. Belgium match in the US

Friday’s game is on Fox Sports 1. If you don’t have the channel in your cable lineup, there are a number of online alternatives. All the major live TV streaming services carry Fox Sports 1. You can also stream games broadcast on Fox with the Fox One streaming app.

Watch international soccer on Fox

Fox One: $20 per month

Fox’s new direct-to-consumer streaming service launched in August. Fox One costs $20 a month or $200 a year and gives you access to Fox’s complete TV portfolio, including sports-related channels such as Fox Sports, B1G, FS1, FS2 and local Fox stations.

Carries FS1 for $20 a month

Sling Select

Sling’s new skinny bundle costs $20 and includes local Fox, ABC and NBC stations in select markets, but doesn’t include FS2. This means you’ll need the Sports Extra add-on, which costs an additional $11 per month.

Alternatively, Sling also offers a Day Pass for $5, a Weekend Pass for $10 or a Week pass for $15. In order to watch FS2 via this method, you’ll need add the Sports Extra bundle, which costs $1 extra for a Day Pass, $2 for a Weekend Pass and $3 for the Week Pass.

Carries FS1 for $65 per month

Fubo

Fubo’s Fubo Sports + News package costs $65 per month and includes Fox Sports 1. Click here to see which local channels you get in your region with Fubo. Read our Fubo review.

Carries Fox Sports 1 for $83 per month

YouTube TV

For $83 a month, the YouTube TV base plan will get you FS1 along with a wide array of channels.

Plug in your ZIP code on YouTube TV’s welcome page to see which local networks are available in your area.

How to watch the Italy vs. Belgium match with a VPN

If you’re traveling abroad and want to keep up with all the action while away from home, a VPN can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming. 

VPNs encrypt your traffic and prevent 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 that restrict VPN use for accessing 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 to ensure 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.  

Can I livestream the Italy vs. Belgium match in the UK?

Prime Video is showing a select number of UEFA Nations League matches this week via pay-per-view in the UK, with this game among those selected for broadcast.

Showing select UEFA Nations League games in the UK

Prime Video

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 don’t want an Amazon Prime membership, Prime Video standalone subscriptions start at £9 a month or £95 per year in the UK and include access to Prime Video’s content library of shows such as A Very Royal Scandal, Reacher, The Boys and more, as well as live Champions League action. The service is also included with a Prime membership.

Livestream the Italy vs. Belgium match in Australia 

The Nations League now has a new home Down Under, with matches being shown on beIN Sports. Today’s game is set to be broadcast on beIN Sports 2 and beIN Sports Connect.

Watch Nations League games from AU$15 per month

BeIN Sports

BeIN Sports is available in Australia for AU$17 a month or a yearly commitment of AU$240. If you’re an Amazon Prime subscriber, you can purchase BeIN as a Prime Video channel add-on for a slightly cheaper AU$15 per month. 

Livestream the Italy vs. Belgium match in Canada

If you want to stream this game live in Canada, you’ll need to subscribe to DAZN Canada.

Watch international soccer in Canada from CA$30 a month

DAZN

An annual DAZN subscription currently starts at CA$25 a month or CA$250 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. Monthly subscription passes start at CA$35 per month.

In addition to dedicated apps for iOS and Android, there’s a wide range of support for set-top boxes and smart TVs.

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