Aston Villa will compete for their first European trophy since 1982 when they take on SC Freiburg in the UEFA Europa League final on Wednesday evening. The match, held in Istanbul, also offers Freiburg a chance to secure Champions League football for next season.
Match Details
The Europa League final kicks off at 8pm BST on Wednesday, May 20. Aston Villa arrive in strong form after a 4-2 victory over Liverpool, which also secured Champions League qualification via the Premier League. Freiburg ended their Bundesliga campaign in seventh place, winning only one of their final four league matches — a 4-1 triumph over RB Leipzig.
How to Watch Freiburg vs Aston Villa
Fans can watch the final live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK. Alternatively, the match is available via HBO Max, which can be subscribed to through Amazon's Prime Video. HBO offers access to the final with its £4.99 Basic With Ads plan, which includes all three European finals. For those unable to watch, BBC Radio West Midlands will provide live commentary.
Streaming Options:
- TNT Sports 1: Live broadcast in the UK.
- HBO Max via Prime Video: Subscribe to the Basic With Ads plan for £4.99 to watch the final.
- BBC Radio West Midlands: Audio commentary for listeners on the move.
Why the Free YouTube Stream Was Cancelled
Earlier reports suggested a free YouTube stream would be available, but this has been cancelled. Fans must now rely on the paid options listed above. The cancellation has caused some frustration, but the match remains accessible through TNT Sports and HBO Max.
Match Significance
This is Freiburg's first European final in their history, and they have never won a major top-level trophy. For Aston Villa, victory would end a 30-year trophy drought and add to their 1982 European Cup triumph. The winner also secures a place in next season's UEFA Champions League.
