How to watch Sporting CP v Celtic live on CelticPlayer today
Celtic's Sporting CP v Celtic pre-season friendly streams live exclusively on CelticPlayer for UK, Ireland and overseas subscribers — not on UK TV. Kick-off is 5:30pm BST at Estadio Algarve on Tuesday 14 July 2026, with coverage from 5:15pm BST.
Key Takeaways
- Sporting CP v Celtic kicks off at 5:30pm BST on Tuesday 14 July at Estadio Algarve, Almancil.
- The SCP Celtic friendly is not on UK or Ireland TV; CelticPlayer is the official live stream.
- Coverage starts at 5:15pm BST for subscribers in the UK, Ireland and overseas.
- Former Celtic TV accounts have moved to CelticPlayer via a Celtic FC Digital Account.
- Portugal viewers can also watch via DAZN Portugal, TVI or Sporting TV.
Celtic face Sporting CP tonight in their second pre-season friendly of four, following a 1-1 draw with Shelbourne in Dublin. Martin O'Neill's side have been training in Portugal and this SCP Celtic clash marks their final away warm-up before returning to Glasgow.
It is a tougher test than the Irish opener: Sporting were last season's Champions League quarter-finalists. After this, Celtic host Middlesbrough on 18 July and AC Milan on 25 July, with the league campaign starting against Dundee at Celtic Park on 3 August.
What time does Sporting CP v Celtic kick off?
The friendly is on Tuesday 14 July 2026 at Estadio Algarve in Almancil, Portugal. Kick-off is scheduled for 5:30pm UK time (BST).
According to GlasgowWorld, CelticPlayer coverage begins at 5:15pm BST. Log in early if you are new to the platform.
Is Sporting CP v Celtic on TV in the UK?
No. The Scotsman reports the game has not been chosen for broadcast in the UK or Republic of Ireland. This SCP Celtic fixture is streaming-only for British and Irish fans.
Highlights will be available on Celtic's official YouTube channel after the match. For more live viewing alerts, see our Streaming & TV Alerts hub.
How do I watch Sporting CP v Celtic on CelticPlayer?
CelticPlayer — the rebranded Celtic TV service — is the only official way to stream the match on smart TV, laptop, tablet or phone. The Celtic FC website confirms it is available to all subscribers in the UK, Ireland and overseas.
Existing Celtic TV subscribers have been moved to CelticPlayer automatically. Sign in with your Celtic FC Digital Account — the same credentials used for the club app, e-ticketing and online store. If you lack a Digital Account, use your Celtic TV email and password, then reset via the link sent to your inbox.
New subscribers can register at player.celticfc.com, choose a plan, and sign in before kick-off. FAQs are at player.celticfc.com/videos/help-centre.
Can fans in Portugal watch Sporting CP v Celtic?
Yes. The Scotsman lists DAZN Portugal, TVI and Sporting TV as broadcast options for viewers based in Portugal. UK and Ireland supporters without those services should use CelticPlayer instead.