The Premier League rivalry between Leeds United and Manchester United returns early Sunday morning, giving U.S. viewers a high-profile matchup to start the day.

Here is a clear, up-to-date guide on how to watch the match in the United States, including whether it’s available for free, which TV channels carry it, and the best streaming options.

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Match Details

  • Match: Leeds United vs Manchester United

  • Competition: English Premier League

  • Date: Sunday, January 4

  • Kickoff: 7:30 AM ET

  • U.S. TV Channel: USA Network

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Is Leeds vs Manchester United Free to Watch in the U.S.?

No.

This match is not available free over the air in the United States.

Because it airs on USA Network, a paid TV subscription or live TV streaming service is required. USA Network is a cable channel and is not accessible with a digital antenna.

Only Premier League matches shown on the main NBC broadcast network are free in the U.S., and this fixture is not one of them.

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TV Channels Showing the Match

  • USA Network

    • Requires cable, satellite, or live TV streaming access

    • No free on-air broadcast option

Best Streaming Services to Watch Live

If you don’t have cable, these live TV streaming services will carry Leeds United vs Manchester United live:

DirecTV Stream

  • Includes USA Network in its channel lineup

  • Offers full live access to the match

  • Suitable for viewers replacing traditional cable

Sling Blue

  • One of the lowest-cost options with USA Network

  • Requires the Blue package (not Orange)

  • Popular for sports fans watching Premier League matches

These services stream the same USA Network broadcast you’d see on cable, including pre-match coverage and commentary.

What About Peacock?

Peacock is NBC’s main Premier League streaming platform, but not every match is streamed live there.

For this fixture:

  • Peacock may offer a replay later

  • Live viewing is not guaranteed on Peacock

  • USA Network remains the primary live broadcaster

Fans should not rely on Peacock alone for this match.

How to Watch on Mobile or Away From Home

All services listed above allow:

  • Mobile streaming on phones and tablets

  • Viewing through smart TVs and web browsers

  • DVR-style recording on supported plans

This makes it easy to watch the early kickoff live or catch up later the same day.

The Bottom Line

Leeds United vs Manchester United is a marquee Premier League matchup, but in the U.S. it is not a free-to-watch game.

  • The match airs exclusively on USA Network

  • A paid TV or live streaming service is required

  • Sling Blue and DirecTV Stream are the most practical cable-free options

  • Peacock is not a reliable live option for this fixture

For U.S. viewers, the key is knowing the channel assignment before kickoff — especially for early Sunday matches. In this case, USA Network is the only way to watch live.