The UEFA Europa League returns on Thursday, November 5, 2026, with 17 matches scheduled for Matchday 4 of the 2026–27 league phase. AC Milan, Juventus, Celtic, Bayer Leverkusen, Benfica, Crystal Palace, Bournemouth and Sunderland are among the clubs in action.
In the United States, Europa League matches are available on Paramount+, with today’s kickoff windows at 12:45 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Eastern.
UEFA Europa League Schedule Today – November 5, 2026
All times Eastern.
12:45 PM ET Kickoffs
| Match | Kickoff (ET) |
|---|---|
| AC Milan vs. Ferencváros | 12:45 PM |
| Sparta Prague vs. Bournemouth | 12:45 PM |
| Crystal Palace vs. Hoffenheim | 12:45 PM |
| Lillestrøm vs. Viktoria Plzeň | 12:45 PM |
| NEC Nijmegen vs. Omonia | 12:45 PM |
| Levski Sofia vs. Jagiellonia | 12:45 PM |
| Real Sociedad vs. Lyon | 12:45 PM |
| Anderlecht vs. RB Salzburg | 12:45 PM |
3:00 PM ET Kickoffs
| Match | Kickoff (ET) |
|---|---|
| AZ Alkmaar vs. Juventus | 3:00 PM |
| Bayer Leverkusen vs. Marseille | 3:00 PM |
| Celtic vs. Beşiktaş | 3:00 PM |
| Hapoel Be’er Sheva vs. OFI Crete | 3:00 PM |
| Celta Vigo vs. Union Saint-Gilloise | 3:00 PM |
| Torreense vs. Ararat-Armenia | 3:00 PM |
| Sturm Graz vs. Celje | 3:00 PM |
| Benfica vs. Lech Poznań | 3:00 PM |
| Sunderland vs. Dinamo Zagreb | 3:00 PM |
Where to Watch Europa League Games Today in the USA
Paramount+ is the primary English-language streaming home of the UEFA Europa League in the United States. Select matches may also air on CBS Sports Network, with Spanish-language coverage varying by fixture and broadcaster.
Europa League Matches to Watch Today
AC Milan vs. Ferencváros
AC Milan hosts Ferencváros at 12:45 p.m. ET, looking for valuable league-phase points.
Crystal Palace vs. Hoffenheim
Crystal Palace welcomes German side Hoffenheim at 12:45 p.m. ET in a notable cross-league matchup.
AZ Alkmaar vs. Juventus
Juventus travels to the Netherlands to meet AZ Alkmaar at 3:00 p.m. ET.
Bayer Leverkusen vs. Marseille
Bayer Leverkusen hosts Marseille at 3:00 p.m. ET in a meeting of German and French clubs.
Celtic vs. Beşiktaş
Celtic faces Turkish club Beşiktaş at 3:00 p.m. ET.
Sunderland vs. Dinamo Zagreb
Sunderland hosts Dinamo Zagreb at 3:00 p.m. ET.
How Does the UEFA Europa League League Phase Work?
The competition’s league phase uses a 36-team table. Each club plays eight matches against different opponents, four at home and four away. The top eight advance directly to the round of 16; teams ranked ninth through 24th enter knockout-phase playoffs; the remaining clubs are eliminated.
Europa League Games Today: Frequently Asked Questions
Are there Europa League games today?
Yes. Seventeen matches are listed for Thursday, November 5, 2026.
What time do Europa League games start?
Kickoffs are scheduled for 12:45 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. ET.
What channel is the Europa League on today?
Paramount+ streams the competition in the United States; select matches may be available on CBS Sports Network and Spanish-language services.
Is Juventus playing today?
Yes. Juventus is scheduled to play AZ Alkmaar at 3:00 p.m. ET.
Is AC Milan playing today?
Yes. AC Milan is scheduled to host Ferencváros at 12:45 p.m. ET.
Final Thoughts
Thursday’s Europa League slate offers a full afternoon of European soccer. Follow The Sports Cast for schedules, results and more soccer coverage.
Sources: UEFA and CBS Sports.