How to Watch Manchester City vs. Brighton on DIRECTV
Manchester City hosts Brighton & Hove Albion at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 11 a.m. ET. NBC Sports has not announced the U.S. channel yet. NBC's published U.S. schedule confirms the kickoff, while its game-by-game channel assignment is still pending.
Match details
| Date | Kickoff | Venue | U.S. outlet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Oct. 31 | 11 a.m. ET / 8 a.m. PT | Etihad Stadium, Manchester | To be announced by NBC Sports |
How to watch with DIRECTV
NBC Sports carries every 2026–27 Premier League match in the United States across NBC, USA Network and Peacock. If this game is assigned to USA Network, tune to DIRECTV channel 242. If it is on NBC, use your local NBC station. A Peacock-only assignment requires the Peacock streaming service rather than a numbered DIRECTV satellite channel.
Check this page again after NBC posts the game-by-game selection. We will add the confirmed outlet without guessing.
Frequently asked questions
When is the match?
Saturday, Oct. 31 at 11 a.m. ET / 8 a.m. PT.
What U.S. channel will carry it?
NBC Sports has not announced the specific U.S. outlet yet. It will be on NBC, USA Network or Peacock under the current U.S. rights agreement.
What channel is USA Network on DIRECTV?
USA Network is channel 242 on DIRECTV. Local NBC channel numbers vary by market, and Peacock is a separate streaming service.
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Schedule reviewed October 22, 2026 against the Premier League, NBC Sports and DIRECTV. Fixtures and U.S. channel assignments can change.