Welcome to 2026 and to the Golazo Newsletter! Just a day into the new year, the drama is already palpable, particularly with one of the most coveted managerial positions in club soccer currently vacant. This development also heightens anticipation for an exciting Premier League matchup this weekend and a captivating title race in Serie A. I’m James Benge, signing off!
📺 Soccer Schedule
Times listed are US/East
Friday, January 2nd
🇮🇹 Series A: Milan vs. Cagliari at 2:45 PM ➡️ Paramount+
Saturday, January 3rd
🇮🇹 Serie A: Como vs. Udinese at 6:30 AM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
🏴♀️ Premiership: Celtic vs. Rangers at 7:30 AM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Network
🇮🇹 Serie A: Genoa vs. Pisa at 9:00 AM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
🇬🇧 Serie A: Sassuolo vs. Parma at 9:00 AM ➡️ Paramount+
🏴♀️ Premiership: Dundee United vs. Dundee at 10:00 AM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Network
🇮🇹 Serie A: Juventus vs. Lecce at 12:00 PM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
🏴♀️ Premier League: Bournemouth vs. Arsenal at 12:30 PM ➡️ NBC
🇮🇹 Serie A: Atalanta vs. Roma at 2:45 PM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
🇪🇸 La Liga: Espanyol vs. Barcelona at 3:00 PM ➡️ ESPN Select
Sunday, January 4th
🇮🇹 Serie A: Lazio vs. Napoli at 6:30 AM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Network
🏴♀️ Championship: Birmingham City vs. Coventry City at 7:00 AM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Network, CBS Sports Golazo Network
🇬🇧 Serie A: Fiorentina vs. Cremonese at 9:00 AM ➡️ Paramount+
🏴♀️ Championship: Derby County vs. Wrexham at 10:00 AM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Network
🏴 Championship: Middlesbrough vs. Southampton at 10:00 AM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
🏴♀️ Championship: Norwich City vs. Stoke City at 10:00 AM ➡️ Paramount+
🏴 League 1: Cardiff City vs. Wigan Athletic at 10:00 AM ➡️ Paramount+
🏆 AFCON: Senegal vs. Sudan at 11:00 AM ➡️ beIN Sports
🇮🇹 Serie A: Verona vs. Torino at 12:00 PM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
🏴 Premier League: Manchester City vs. Chelsea at 12:30 PM ➡️ NBCSN
🏆 AFCON: Mali vs. Tunisia at 2:00 PM ➡️ beIN Sports
🇮🇹 Serie A: Inter vs. Bologna at 2:45 PM ➡️ Paramount+, CBS Sports Golazo Network
🇫🇷 Ligue 1: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Paris ➡️ beIN Sports
Watch Now
CBS Sports Golazo Network Updates:
☀️ Morning Footy (Weekdays 8 AM – 10 AM): Tune into Golazo Network for highlights, interviews, and the latest soccer news—also available as a podcast.
3️⃣ Attacking Third (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday): Our live show focuses on the NWSL and women’s soccer. Don’t miss Sunday’s live stream on YouTube following the final NWSL match.
⚽ Call Me Whatever You Like (Tuesday, Thursday): Join Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davis, and Tony Meola as they discuss the USMNT and preparations for the 2026 World Cup—live every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 AM ET.
🥅 Scoreline (Daily): Stay updated on soccer news and match highlights—airing seven days a week starting Thursday.
📺 How to Stream: CBS Sports Golazo Network is a free 24/7 channel providing comprehensive coverage of top soccer leagues globally.
Fan Take: This surge of managerial changes and high-stakes matches at the beginning of the year could redefine team dynamics and strategies. Fans should stay tuned, as these developments not only impact their favorite clubs but also influence the broader landscape of soccer.
