News - Ligue 1 Soccer: Watch PSG vs. Strasbourg Live From Anywhere

When to watch PSG vs. Strasbourg Friday, Oct. 17 at 2:45 p.m. ET (11:45 a.m. PT). Where to watch PSG vs. Strasbourg will air in the US on beIN Sports. Paris Saint-Germain will look to extend its lead at the top of Ligue 1 on Friday to 4 points as it takes on a Strasbourg team aiming to keep pace with the hosts. Below, we'll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch this game live wherever you are in the world and how to use a VPN if they're not available where you are. The Parisians return to action after the international break at the top of Ligue 1 after seven matches. But they face this match with stars Bradley Barcola, João Neves and Ousmane Dembélé all considered doubtful to play due to injury. They take on an entertaining Strasbourg team that could go top of the league with a win in Paris. Head coach Liam Rosenior is fast establishing himself as one of the game's top young managers. Paris Saint-Germain hosts Strasbourg on Friday, Oct. 17, at the Parc des Princes. Kickoff is set for 8:45 p.m. CET local time, making it an 7:45 p.m. BST start in the UK, a 2:45 p.m. ET or 11:45 a.m. PT start in the US and Canada, and a 5:45 a.m. AEDT kickoff in Australia early on Saturday morning. How to watch PSG vs. Strasbourg in the US without cable Saturday's game is live on beIN Sports, which holds the broadcast rights for Ligue 1 matches in the US. There are several options for watching beIN, with a number of US cable and satellite TV providers offering the network as part of their channel lineups, including Dish Network, Optimum and Spectrum (the latter requiring a $7-a-month premium for the Sports View add-on). If you're a cord-cutter, there's also a whole host of streaming platforms that carry beIN Sports. You can also get beIN content via beIN Sports Connect, the network's standalone streaming platform. You can log in with your cable or streaming service credentials if your provider has beIN in the package. This allows you to stream live matches and other programming on various devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops and so on). Make sure to check if beIN Sports is included in the specific package or plan you are considering, as it might be part of a sports bundle or require an additional subscription. How to watch Ligue 1 from anywhere with a VPN If you're traveling abroad and want to keep up with the latest Ligue 1 action while away from home, a virtual private network can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming. It encrypts your traffic and prevents 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 restricting VPN use to access 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, ensuring 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 it's crucial to verify whether your streaming subscription allows VPN usage. Livestream PSG vs. Strasbourg in Canada As with the US, beIN Sports is where it's at for fans of French soccer looking to watch this match in Canada, with the network holding the rights to broadcast Ligue 1 matches in the region this season. beIN Sports is available on select Canadian cable and satellite providers, including Bell TV, Rogers and Shaw Direct, while cord-cutters can access beIN through the streaming service Fubo Canada. Can I livestream PSG vs. Strasbourg in the UK? French football fans have two options now for watching Ligue 1 games live this season. For hard-core French football fans, dedicated streaming platform Ligue 1 Pass is offering every game live. Select individual Ligue 1 matches will also be available to watch live via pay-per-view on Prime Video throughout the season, with today's game in Paris selected by the broadcaster for PPV. Can I livestream PSG vs. Strasbourg in Australia? No mainstream broadcaster currently owns the rights to show Ligue 1 football this season Down Under. If you subscribe to an overseas streaming service that's showing the game, such as Fubo, a VPN service will allow you to change your online location, allowing you to watch your domestic coverage. Quick tips for streaming Ligue 1 soccer using a VPN With four variables at play -- your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN -- your experience and success when streaming Ligue 1 matches may vary.If you don't see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the "search for city or country" option.If you're having trouble getting the game after you've turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs -- like Roku -- don't have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network's sports app, you'll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help since both devices will appear to be in the correct location. Remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you're using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.