CFL Live Stream 2026: How to Watch CFL Online and on TV
Looking for a CFL live stream? This guide shows every legal way to watch the Canadian Football League in 2026, on TV and online, in Canada, the United States and the rest of the world. The regular season ended on October 24, the playoffs start on Saturday, October 31, and the 113th Grey Cup is on Sunday, November 15, 2026 in Calgary. All times are Eastern Time (ET).
Where to Watch the CFL in 2026
Your options depend on where you live. Here is the short version:
| Region | Watch on TV | Stream online |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | TSN (all 81 games), CTV (selected Saturday games), RDS in French | TSN.ca and the TSN app with a TV login, or TSN Direct without cable |
| United States | CBS Sports Network (34 regular season games) | CBS Sports app, live TV streaming services, CFL+ for every other game |
| Rest of the world | Local coverage varies | CFL+, free with no account |
For dates and kickoff times, see the full CFL schedule. Channel by channel listings are on our TSN CFL schedule and CBS Sports Network CFL schedule.
How to Watch the 2026 CFL Playoffs and Grey Cup
| Round | Date | Where to watch |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Semi-Final: Winnipeg at Toronto | Saturday, October 31, 1:00 PM ET | TSN, CTV and RDS in Canada, CFL+ outside Canada |
| Western Semi-Final: Saskatchewan at BC | Saturday, October 31, 4:30 PM ET | TSN and RDS in Canada, CFL+ outside Canada |
| Eastern Final in Montreal | Saturday, November 7, 3:00 PM ET | TSN and RDS in Canada, CFL+ outside Canada |
| Western Final in Edmonton | Saturday, November 7, 6:30 PM ET | TSN and RDS in Canada, CFL+ outside Canada |
| 113th Grey Cup | Sunday, November 15, 6:00 PM ET | TSN, CTV, RDS and Crave in Canada, CFL+ outside Canada |
The Grey Cup is played at McMahon Stadium in Calgary. Follow the live bracket on our CFL playoffs page, and find every viewing option for the final in our Grey Cup live stream guide.
CFL Live Stream in Canada
TSN is the home of the CFL in Canada and carries every game in English. You can stream it with a TV package or without one.
With a TV package
If your package includes TSN, streaming costs nothing extra. Go to TSN.ca/live, choose your TV provider and sign in. The TSN app works the same way on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV and most smart TVs.
Without cable
TSN Direct is the option for cord cutters: a monthly or yearly subscription with no TV provider needed. TSN+ adds digital only events, and the Crave TSN bundle combines TSN with Crave. Prices change from time to time, so check the current plans on the TSN site.
In French on RDS
RDS and RDS2 carry French coverage, including Montreal Alouettes games, the playoffs and the Grey Cup. Stream them with a TV provider login on RDS.ca or in the RDS app.
Free on CTV
CTV simulcast 10 Saturday afternoon games during the 2026 regular season and shows the Grey Cup with TSN. With an antenna, CTV is free to watch.
CFL Live Stream in the USA
CBS Sports Network
CBS Sports Network aired 34 regular season games in 2026, and it carried the Grey Cup in each of the last two seasons, so check its listings for this year’s game. It is available on most cable and satellite plans, and the same login streams it on CBSSports.com and in the CBS Sports app. Without cable, live TV services such as Paramount+, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream include the channel, and several offer a free trial.
CFL+ for every other game
CFL+ streams every game that is not on CBS Sports Network, including the 47 other regular season games and the full playoffs. It is free in the United States, with no account or app needed. Together, CBS Sports Network and CFL+ cover every CFL game.
Watch the CFL Free Outside Canada and the USA
CFL+ is the official free streaming service for fans outside Canada. It shows every regular season game, the playoffs and the Grey Cup live, with replays available for 48 hours after each game.
- Works in a browser on phones, tablets and computers, with no app needed.
- No subscription and no payment.
- Apple AirPlay lets you cast the game to a TV.
- Not available inside Canada, where TSN holds the rights.
Travelling and locked out of your usual service? A VPN such as NordVPN lets you set your server location and sign in to your subscription as you would at home.
CFL Streaming Apps
| Region | App | Access needed | Devices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | TSN app | TV provider login or TSN Direct | iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, smart TVs |
| Canada (French) | RDS app | TV provider login | iOS, Android |
| Canada (selected games) | CTV app | Free with CTV access | iOS, Android, smart TVs |
| USA | CBS Sports app | TV provider login | iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV |
| USA and worldwide | CFL+ (browser) | Free, no login | Phone, tablet, computer, AirPlay to TV |
CFL Live Stream FAQ
Where can I watch the CFL in 2026?
In Canada, TSN shows every game, with French coverage on RDS and selected Saturday games on CTV. In the United States, CBS Sports Network aired 34 regular season games and CFL+ streams the rest for free. Everywhere else, CFL+ shows every game free.
Can I watch CFL games for free?
Yes. Outside Canada, CFL+ is free with no account. In Canada, CTV is free over the air for the games it carries, including the Grey Cup.
Does CFL+ work in Canada?
No. CFL+ is blocked inside Canada because TSN holds the Canadian rights. Canadian fans can stream on TSN.ca with a TV login or subscribe to TSN Direct.
What channel are the 2026 CFL playoffs on?
In Canada the playoffs are on TSN, with French coverage on RDS. Outside Canada, including the United States, every playoff game streams free on CFL+. The Division Semi-Finals are on October 31 and the Division Finals on November 7.
When and where is the 2026 Grey Cup?
The 113th Grey Cup is on Sunday, November 15, 2026 at McMahon Stadium in Calgary, with kickoff at 6:00 PM ET. It airs on TSN, CTV, RDS and Crave in Canada and streams free on CFL+ outside Canada.
How many CFL games were on CBS Sports Network in 2026?
CBS Sports Network carried 34 regular season games in 2026, the fourth straight season at that number.
Can I watch CFL replays?
Yes. CFL+ keeps full game replays for 48 hours after the final whistle. In Canada, TSN offers highlights and replays on TSN.ca and in the TSN app.
That covers every way to find a CFL live stream in 2026. Bookmark this page, check the CFL standings as the playoff picture settles, and enjoy the road to the Grey Cup.