It’s not every day that a club freshly relegated from the Premier League becomes the talk of the Championship, but Leicester City is turning heads for all the right reasons. With six of their league and cup games scheduled for live television in the United States alone, the Foxes are grabbing attention on both sides of the Atlantic. If you’re looking for drama, star players, or a club on a mission, Leicester’s fixtures are practically unmissable this season.
The broadcast schedule reads like a highlight reel: the campaign begins against Sheffield Wednesday at home on August 10 (11:30 AM ET), airing on CBS Sports Network, Paramount+, Fubo, and DirecTV Stream. This is no ordinary opener—both teams are desperate for promotion, making it a juicy clash. A few days later, Leicester jumps into cup action against Huddersfield Town (August 13, 2:45 PM ET, Paramount+) for their Carabao Cup debut—another must-watch, as cup matches always seem to bring surprise upsets and twists.
The Championship trail continues with away days at Preston North End (August 16, 10:00 AM ET) and Charlton Athletic (August 23, 7:30 AM ET), before the Foxes return to King Power Stadium for a home date with Birmingham City (August 29, 3:00 PM ET). All these matches are set for streaming on Paramount+ in the States, feeding the ever-growing American appetite for top-tier English football.
But the jewel in the crown is the showdown with Coventry City on September 20 (7:30 AM ET) at home—a proper East Midlands derby. Regional rivalries like this one carry baggage, passion, and a history of wild moments. Both clubs have their eyes on promotion, and the stadium should be buzzing with energy. This is the match fans circle on their calendars.
What’s fueling all this spotlight? Two things: Leicester’s global pull and their strong odds for a Championship bounce-back. The club’s American ownership, King Power International, has been working to make the Foxes a household name far beyond England. NBC Sports, which usually focuses on the Premier League, will host all Leicester Championship matches across its networks. That’s unheard of for most second-tier teams but makes sense when you consider the Foxes’ growing U.S. fanbase.
Club officials aren’t hiding their ambitions or their excitement. CEO Susan Whelan admitted that being in the Championship is ‘disappointing’ but says the massive broadcast interest proves how far Leicester’s profile has come. Manager Enzo Maresca is using the cameras as fuel. The extra attention, he says, motivates his squad and could be the edge they need to get back to the big time.
Bookmakers are equally bullish—Leicester is the second favorite for automatic promotion, just behind Ipswich Town. And with this kind of momentum, even more games could be added to the schedule if the Foxes stay in the race for top honors.
So if you’re in the U.S. and craving Championship action, Leicester’s your team this season. From promotion battles to derby drama, their packed televised lineup promises a rollercoaster ride every step of the way.
