Tottenham Hotspur face relegation for the first time in nearly five decades unless they beat Everton or West Ham United fail to overcome Leeds United. With so much at stake, fans around the world want to watch every kick—ideally without paying a subscription fee. Below we break down five reliable methods to enjoy the action for free.
1. Grab a YouTube TV Free Trial
YouTube TV offers a 21-day free trial to new subscribers, which covers the entire final-day schedule. The service carries NBC, USA Network, CNBC, and Syfy—four channels broadcasting live matches this Sunday. Tottenham vs Everton airs on NBC, while West Ham vs Leeds appears on USA Network. Crystal Palace vs Arsenal and Liverpool vs Brentford round out the four televised fixtures. That means you can stream both relegation-deciding games and two other matches without spending a cent.
Signing up requires a valid email and payment method, but you can cancel immediately after the trial ends without being charged. Just remember to set a cancellation reminder. If you live in the United States, this is arguably the simplest route to free coverage. The trial also includes unlimited DVR storage, so you can record matches and rewatch key moments later.
2. Use an Over-the-Air Antenna for NBC
Not every option involves a streaming subscription. If you own a digital antenna, you can watch NBC over the air for free in most US markets. The Tottenham vs Everton showdown, which could decide the relegation fate, is broadcast on NBC. An antenna gives you a crystal-clear picture without any monthly fees. This method works best if you live within range of a broadcast tower. You can check your location at the FCC website or a site like AntennaWeb to see which channels you receive.
While an antenna only delivers one match, it is completely free after the initial purchase of the antenna itself (often under $30). For cord-cutters who already have one, this is the ultimate no-cost solution. Pair it with a free trial of a streaming service for the other games, and you cover the entire slate.
3. Try a FuboTV Free Trial
FuboTV offers a 7-day free trial that includes NBC, USA Network, and many other channels showing Premier League matches. The service specializes in sports, so you will find extra features like 4K streams on select games. FuboTV carries all four televised fixtures on the final day. The free trial gives you enough time to watch Sunday’s action and then cancel before the first payment.
One catch: FuboTV’s free trial is available only in certain regions and may require a valid US credit card. If you are outside the United States, you might need a VPN to sign up as if you were inside the country. Once you are in, you can stream the matches live on your device, whether phone, tablet, or smart TV. Cancel within seven days to avoid any charge.
4. Sign Up for a Sling TV Free Trial
Sling TV occasionally offers a 3-day free trial for new subscribers. During that window, you can access channels like NBC and USA Network through its “Sling Blue” package. The final day falls on a Sunday, so three days cover the entire matchday. Sling Blue costs about $40 per month after the trial, but you can cancel immediately.
The main drawback is that Sling TV’s free trial periods vary by promotion. Sometimes you need to provide a promo code. Check the Sling TV website a few days before the final day to see if a free trial is available. If it is, you can watch the two biggest games—Tottenham vs Everton and West Ham vs Leeds—plus any other match that airs on NBC or USA. Sling Blue also includes CNBC and Syfy, giving you four matches total.
5. Use a Peacock Free Trial for Exclusive Matches
Peacock, NBC’s streaming service, holds exclusive rights to six of the ten final-day matches. These six games are not available on any traditional TV channel. Peacock Premium normally costs $5.99 per month, but new users can get a 7-day free trial. That trial is long enough to watch all the exclusive fixtures, including Liverpool vs Brentford and Crystal Palace vs Arsenal, which are not on broadcast TV.
To activate the trial, create a Peacock account and choose the Premium plan. You will need to enter a payment method, but you can cancel before the week ends. The free trial covers the entire final day and beyond. If you only care about one or two exclusive games, this method still works without paying. Just remember to set a calendar alert to cancel.
What About Watching From Abroad?
Traveling outside your home country on the final day? A VPN can make your device appear as if it is still in your home region, unlocking your usual streaming services. For example, if you have a YouTube TV free trial but are vacationing in Europe, you can connect to a US server through a VPN to continue watching. The same trick works for FuboTV, Sling TV, and Peacock.
NordVPN is widely recommended for its speed and reliability. Many VPNs offer their own money-back guarantees, so you can effectively use them for free and then cancel. The key is to connect to a server in your home country before logging into your streaming service. Check that your VPN provider has servers in the USA if that is where your subscription is based.
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The Premier League Final Day 2026 Schedule
All ten matches kick off simultaneously at 11 AM Eastern Time on Sunday, May 24. In the UK, that is 4 PM BST. Here are the games and their US broadcast channels:
- Tottenham vs Everton – NBC / Peacock
- West Ham vs Leeds – USA Network / Peacock
- Crystal Palace vs Arsenal – CNBC / Peacock
- Liverpool vs Brentford – Syfy / Peacock
- Brighton vs Man Utd – Peacock (exclusive)
- Burnley vs Wolves – Peacock (exclusive)
- Fulham vs Newcastle – Peacock (exclusive)
- Man City vs Aston Villa – Peacock (exclusive)
- Nottingham Forest vs Bournemouth – Peacock (exclusive)
- Sunderland vs Chelsea – Peacock (exclusive)
Note that the two biggest relegation-deciding matches are on NBC and USA Network, both available via free trial or antenna. The other six exclusive games require a Peacock trial or a subscription.
Why the Stakes Are So High
Tottenham Hotspur have not been relegated from England’s top flight since 1977. That 49-year streak could end if they lose to Everton and West Ham beat Leeds. The context of this potential fall from grace rivals Juventus’s 2006 demotion to Serie B after the Calciopoli scandal. Tottenham currently hold a two-point lead over West Ham with a vastly superior goal difference. A draw would keep them safe even if the Hammers win, assuming no shock scoreline shifts the gap.
Neither Everton nor Leeds have anything to play for—both are safe—but the occasion itself raises the intensity. Leeds, under Daniel Farke, are unbeaten in eight league matches and have won four of those. Everton, meanwhile, are winless in six and have not kept a clean sheet in two months. These trends could tip the balance. The reverse fixtures earlier this season saw Leeds and Tottenham both win, adding another layer of intrigue.
If Tottenham survive, they will owe a debt to Aston Villa, who fielded a severely weakened side against them earlier this month. VAR controversy also played a role: West Ham were denied a goal against Arsenal that would have given them a crucial point. Whatever happens, the outcome will not be pinned on a single decision but on years of board-level mismanagement at both clubs. Tottenham are one of the wealthiest clubs in the world, an original Premier League founder, and a Super League conspirator. West Ham, though more familiar with relegation struggles, have also made costly leadership errors.
Additional Free Viewing Tips
Beyond the five methods above, a few other tricks can help you avoid paying. Some cable and satellite providers allow you to stream their channels through their own apps for free if you have a login—but that requires a subscription. Instead, focus on the free trials listed earlier. Combine an antenna for the NBC game with a YouTube TV free trial for the rest, and you cover all ten matches without a single charge.
If you live in the UK, note that Sky Sports broadcasts the games, but they offer a Now TV day pass for about £12—not free. There is no official free broadcast in the UK for Premier League matches. However, if you have a friend or family member with a Sky Sports subscription, you might borrow their login credentials. Similarly, in Canada, DAZN holds the rights, but a free trial is not currently offered. The US free trial options remain the most generous for this particular day.
One more tip: set up your free trials a few days before Sunday so you do not miss the opening whistle. Also, ensure your internet connection is stable for live streaming—buffering during a relegation decider is no fun. Test your VPN speed in advance if you plan to use one.
