How To Watch Euro 2021 In New Zealand

Euro 2021 is coming, after Coronavirus forced the cancellation of Euro 2020. But fingers crossed, the 2021 tournament will be just as entertaining.

Currently Sky Sports holds the rights to the UEFA Euro 2021 competition in New Zealand. They claim all games will be available live via their TV platform. 

I'd assume Sky Go will also stream the games however it's not been confirmed yet. It has been confirmed some games will be available on Bein Sports, some on Sky Sports and some on Prime (free to air). What a nightmare. 

So what other options are there for you? 

Can I Watch Euro 2021 In NZ?

Yes you can! You just need a Sky Sports subscription. This is good for people who have poor internet to watch the games in HD quality with no buffering. 

This comes at a cost though, as in the UK the games are being streamed live and on-demand for free by ITV and BBC. 

With a UK VPN you'll be able to connect to these platforms and watch the games for free. Plus can you believe it, not every game is shown live on Sky Sports nor Bein Sports. 

What is a VPN? 

A virtual private network (VPN) is a piece of software that runs in the background on your device and replaces your normal IP address with an overseas one.

With one click you can change your IP address to any country in the world. This makes it possible to unlock local content you usually couldn't access, fast and safe. 

Additionally a VPN allows you to remain secure online, by protecting your real identity from prying eyes such as your ISP and local authorities. 

VPN's don't track your usage either, allowing you to do whatever you like online. 

There's many VPN providers out there, but we only recommend the best and most affordable for New Zealand residents and tourists. 

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2. Download The Application

You'll receive an email with your login details. 

Additionally you'll be able to download their software for your device. 

They offer support for MacOS, Windows, Linux, FireTV, AppleTV, Android TV, iOS, Android, Xbox, Playstation, Google Chrome, Firefox and Roku. 

3. Login To Your VPN Account

Once the app is installed, you'll need to use the username and password to login. 

The app will remember your login details for future access. 

4. Activate & Choose UK Server

You'll be able to change locations in a matter of seconds. Click connect and once the Surfshark logo lights up green you'll be connected. 

If you want fast speeds then choosing the Optimal location will be your best option. 

What is Euro 2021?

The Euro 2021 is on track to be the 16th event of the UEFA European Championship, one of the highest-level men’s professional football tournaments in the world.

The event occurs every four years, where it has done so since 1960, and is played two years before/after the World Cup. The is competed in by the members of UEFA, and thus is an international event, played by the top 24 international teams of Europe.

Euro 2020 History

As of the time of writing, the most recent event haven taken place was in France in 2016, which was ultimately won by Portugal, having defeated the host nation 1-0 in the finals and their first major final trophy.

As such, Portugal will therefore be the defending champions of the 2020 event, which is scheduled to take place between the 12th of June to the 12th of July.

How Euro 2021 Will Work?

Whereas typically the Euro is hosted in a single country throughout its entire duration, Euro 2021 will be be played across twelve different venues in twelve different cities, as a means of honouring the 60th birthday of the tournament.

This was a decision made as far back as 2012, a suggestion proposed by Michael Platini, who was the UEFA president at the time.

Host cities include Amsterdam, Baku, Budapest, Glasgow, London, Munich, Rome, Saint Petersburg, Copenhagen, Dublin, Bilbao and Bucharest.

Host cities were split into six groups, determined by a series of factors such as geography, sporting ability and political considerations.

The competition is comprised of 24 teams, from a possible 55 who could qualify. Qualifications for the 2021 event began as early as March 2019 and are scheduled to conclude in March of 2020.

As of the time of writing, 20 teams have qualified for the event. 20 teams achieved qualification based on their performance in the group stage, which is comprised of a group stage.

How To Qualify For Euro 2021?

The 55 teams were split into five groups of 5 and five groups of 6, the top two of each group comprising 20 of the 24 teams for the main event. The remaining four teams will be granted access based on the results of a playoff series in March.

The draw for the group stage took place in December 2018, the seeding for the group stage determined by how each team fared in the previous year’s UEFA National League competition.

Seventeen of the twenty teams that have qualified for the 2021 event took part in the 2016 event. Amongst those are Belgium and Italy, who have exhibited world class play through unbeaten qualification series and are on track to be serious contenders for the title.

The 2021 Event Is Ready

With 20 teams having already qualified, the initial group stages of the Euro 2021 have already been determined.

Amongst the already determined groups is Group F, which has been referred to by pundits as another instance of a ‘Group of Death’, featuring three exceptional teams in Portugal, France and Germany, with the fourth member of the group not yet decided.

Euro 2020 New Zealand FAQ's

1. Do you have to be in UK to watch Euro 2021?

No, you can watch in New Zealand using Sky Sports TV, although you'll need the Sports Pack. While likely you can use Sky Go, it's not been confirmed yet. 

2. Is Euro 2020 available in NZ?

Euro 2020 is not currently available in New Zealand. Currently you have to be located in the United States and it's territories, Canada or UK. To watch Euro 2020 here, you need to use a VPN provider with Indian or US servers to bypass geo-restrictions.

3. What is the price of Euro 2021?

At the time of writing, Sky Go is $19.99 per month but isn't showing all games live. Bein Sports is showing some and Sky is showing some, so you need a premium subscription to Sky Sports Now which costs $39.99 per month. Over in the UK the games are free to watch on BBC iPlayer and ITV Player. A VPN that offers UK servers can let you watch these website channels. 

4. How do I get Euro 2021 on the TV?

If you've got a smart TV, download the VPN app and then choose relevant UK server. You'll be able to find ITV player in the app store. 

If you can't you can always sideload the app onto your TV if it's supported using these links. 

Additionally you can install the VPN app on your router, if it's supported and this will allow you to cast content from the Hulu website on your laptop or smartphone to the TV. 

Alternatively simply watch on the Sky Go app (if available at the time) and cast to your TV using Chromecast or Google Sharing. Additionally some NZ TV's offer the Sky Go app by default when you purchase. 

5. Is Euro 2021 coming to NZ?

Yes, all games will be streamed live and on-demand in New Zealand but it's not clear which games are available on Sky, Prime or Bein Sports. 

6. What teams can I watch at Euro 2021? 

Currently 20 teams have qualified, with 4 teams to be added after 2 playoff matches. 

1. Turkey
2. Italy
3. Wales
4. Switzerland
5. Denmark
6. Finland
7. Belgium
8. Russia
9. Netherlands
10. Ukraine
11. Austria
12. England
13. Croatia
14. Czech Republic
15. Spain
16. Sweden
17. Poland
18. Portugal
19. France
20. Germany.

The play off teams that could potentially make it to Euro 2021 include:

• Iceland
• Bulgaria
• Bosnia & Herzegovina
• Slovakia
• Scotland
• Norway
• Georgia
• Macedonia.

Full Euro 2021 Match Schedule

Friday 11th June 

20:00 Turkey v Italy (BBC)

Saturday 12th June

14:00 Wales v Switzerland (BBC)

17:00 Denmark v Finland (BBC)

20:00 Belgium v Russia (ITV)

Sunday 13th June

14:00 England v Croatia (BBC) 

17:00 Austria v North Macedonia (ITV)

20:00 Netherlands v Ukraine (ITV)

Monday 14th June

14:00 Scotland v Czech Republic (BBC)

17:00 Poland v Slovakia (ITV)

20:00 Spain v Sweden (BBC)

Tuesday 15th June

17:00 Hungary v Portugal (ITV)

20:00 France v Germany (ITV)

Wednesday 16th June

14:00 Finland v Russia (BBC)

17:00 Turkey v Wales (BBC)

20:00 Italy v Switzerland (ITV)

Thursday 17th June

14:00 Ukraine v North Macedonia (ITV)

17:00 Denmark v Belgium (ITV)

20:00 Netherlands v Austria (BBC)

Friday 18th June

14:00 Sweden v Slovakia (BBC)

17:00 Croatia v Czech Republic (BBC)

20:00 England v Scotland (ITV)

Saturday 19th June

14:00 Hungary v France (BBC)

17:00 Portugal v Germany (ITV)

20:00 Spain v Poland (BBC)

Sunday 20th June

17:00 Italy v Wales (ITV)

17:00 Switzerland v Turkey (ITV)

Monday 21st June

17:00 North Macedonia v Netherlands (ITV)

17:00 Ukraine v Austria (ITV)

20:00 Russia v Denmark (BBC)

20:00 Finland v Belgium (BBC)

Tuesday 22nd June

20:00 Czech Republic v England (ITV)

20:00 Croatia v Scotland (ITV)

Wednesday 23rd June

17:00 Slovakia v Spain (ITV)

17:00 Sweden v Poland (ITV)

20:00 Germany v Hungary (BBC)

20:00 Portugal v France (BBC)

Round of 16

Saturday 26 June

17:00 2A vs 2B 

20:00 1A vs 2C 

Sunday 27 June

17:00 1C vs 3D/E/F 

20:00 1B vs 3A/D/E/F 

Monday 28 June

17:00 2D vs 2E

20:00 1F vs 3A/B/C

Tuesday 29 June

17:00 1D vs 2F

20:00 1E vs 3A/B/C/D

Quarter-finals

Friday 2 July

17:00 Winner 6 vs Winner 5

20:00 Winner 4 vs Winner 2 

Saturday 3 July

17:00 Winner 3 vs Winner 1

20:00 Winner 8 vs Winner 7

Semi-finals

Tuesday 6 July

20:00 Winner QF2 vs Winner QF1

Wednesday 7 July

20:00 Winner QF4 vs Winner QF3 

Final

Sunday 11 July

20:00 Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2