Premier League Champions Liverpool’s preseason tour of Asia comes to a close on Wednesday as they head to Japan to take on J 1 League outfit Yokohama FM.
Below, we’ll outline the best live TV streaming services to watch this friendly match as it happens, wherever you are in the world. We’ll also explain how to use a VPN if the match isn’t available where you are, along with a full match list.
Arne Slot’s men will be looking to bounce back from their 4-2 defeat to Italian giants AC Milan in Hong Kong at the weekend. That match saw record signing Florian Wirtz make his first start for Liverpool since making a $156 million move from Bayer Leverkusen.
Facing the Reds is a Yokohama team that’s midway through its J1 League campaign and struggling to avoid relegation in 18th position in the standings, with winger Daiya Tono and Brazilian youngster Yan Matheus its key attacking threats.
Yokohama FM takes on Liverpool FC on Wednesday, July 30, at Nissan Stadium in Yokohama. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. JST local time in Japan. That makes it a 6:30 a.m. ET or a 3:30 a.m. PT start in the US, an 11:30 a.m. BST kickoff in the UK, and an 8:30 p.m. AEST start in Australia.
Livestream Yokohama FM vs. Liverpool in the US
The great news for footy fans is that today’s match will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network. That means you’ll also be able to watch the game online via streaming platform Paramount Plus.
How to watch Yokohama FM vs. Liverpool online from anywhere using a VPN
If you’re traveling abroad and want to keep up with all the soccer action while away from home, a VPN can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming.
It encrypts your traffic and prevents your internet service provider from throttling your speeds. It 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 verifying if your streaming subscription allows VPN use is crucial.
Livestream Yokohama FM vs. Liverpool in the UK
This game is not set to be televised in the UK on mainstream TV channels, however you can watch the match live on Liverpool’s dedicated in-house streaming service, All Red Video.
Quick tips for streaming the preseason friendly soccer using a VPN
- With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience and success when streaming this match 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 in to 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, because both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
- And 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.