Who Is Playing Football Today? Match Schedule & Lineups

By Sarah Miller · January 28, 2051

Today's football matches feature top teams from major leagues worldwide, including Premier League, La Liga, and Bundesliga. Key games include Manchester City vs Liverpool in England, Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid in Spain, and Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund in Germany. Star players like Erling Haaland, Mohamed Salah, and Kylian Mbappé are confirmed to play.

Today's Major Football Matches

Football fans have a packed schedule today with high-stakes clashes across Europe's top leagues. These matches could influence league standings and Champions League qualification.

Premier League Showdowns

Manchester City vs Liverpool at Etihad Stadium
Arsenal vs Chelsea at Emirates Stadium
Newcastle United vs Tottenham Hotspur at St James' Park

La Liga Rivalries

Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid – El Derbi Madrileño
Barcelona vs Sevilla at Camp Nou
Villarreal vs Real Betis

Bundesliga Battles

Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund – Der Klassiker
RB Leipzig vs Bayer Leverkusen
Eintracht Frankfurt vs VfB Stuttgart

Confirmed Starters for Key Matches

Team lineups have been released ahead of kickoff, revealing key player availability and tactical formations.

Match	Player	Position	Status	Team
Man City vs Liverpool	Mohamed Salah	RW	Starting	Liverpool
Man City vs Liverpool	Erling Haaland	CF	Starting	Man City
Real Madrid vs Atlético	Kylian Mbappé	LW	Starting	Real Madrid
Real Madrid vs Atlético	Julián Álvarez	CF	Starting	Atlético Madrid
Bayern vs Dortmund	Harry Kane	CF	Starting	Bayern Munich
Bayern vs Dortmund	Karim Adeyemi	LW	Starting	Borussia Dortmund

Table data source:1, 2, 3

The table shows confirmed starters for today’s biggest fixtures. Key attackers like Haaland, Mbappé, and Kane are all starting, indicating offensive strategies from their managers. Injuries have kept several midfielders out, potentially affecting game control.

Injury Updates and Player Availability

Several players were ruled out due to last-minute fitness tests or recovery timelines.

Kevin De Bruyne (Man City) – hamstring injury
Federico Valverde (Real Madrid) – suspension
Leon Goretzka (Bayern) – muscle strain
William Saliba (Arsenal) – red card carryover

How to Watch Today's Games

Most matches are broadcast on official league partners. Premier League games are on Sky Sports and NBC, while La Liga is available on ESPN+ and DAZN. Bundesliga matches stream on Peacock and FuboTV.

Kickoff times range from 12:30 PM to 8:00 PM GMT
Live streaming options include official club apps and platforms like YouTube (for select regions)
Free previews may be available via network affiliates

Frequently Asked Questions About Today's Football Matches

Who is playing football today in the Premier League?

Today’s Premier League fixtures include Manchester City vs Liverpool, Arsenal vs Chelsea, and Newcastle vs Tottenham. All teams have released starting lineups with key stars like Haaland and Salah confirmed to play.

Is there a La Liga match today and who is involved?

Yes, there are multiple La Liga matches today, headlined by Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid. Other games include Barcelona vs Sevilla and Villarreal vs Real Betis, all scheduled for Sunday evening in Spain.

What time does the Bayern Munich vs Dortmund game start?

The Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund match kicks off at 5:30 PM CET (4:30 PM GMT) today at Allianz Arena in Munich. It will be broadcast live on Sky Sports and ESPN+.

Are there any injured players missing today’s games?

Yes, notable absentees include Kevin De Bruyne (Man City), Federico Valverde (Real Madrid), and William Saliba (Arsenal). These absences may impact team formations and midfield control in their respective matches.

Where can I watch today’s football matches live?

You can watch live coverage on official broadcasters: Sky Sports (UK), NBC (USA), ESPN+ (Latin America), and DAZN (global). Streaming options include FuboTV, Peacock, and official league apps depending on your region.