BBC Red Button
United Kingdom, Ireland
Schedule
TV Rights
Satellites
About
TV Schedule
Channel WebsiteBBC Red Button Live Streaming and TV Schedule
*Live Soccer TV does not provide BBC Red Button live streaming. The information provided on this page is simply BBC Red Button TV schedule.
Broadcast Rights
Competitions available on BBC Red Button
2025-2029
The BBC has retained non-exclusive FA Cup rights from 2025-26 to 2028-29 in the United Kingdom and Ireland, following a multi-year extension deal. As per its sub-licensing agreement with TNT Sports, which is owned by commercial broadcaster Warner Brothers Discovery (WBD), the BBC continues to provide free-to-air coverage of the FA Cup from the 2025-26 through the 2028-29 campaigns.
▶ More details: How to watch FA Cup in the United Kingdom
Satellites
What satellites is BBC Red Button available on?
| Position | Satellite | Encryption |
|---|---|---|
| 28.5°E | Astra 2E | |
| 27.5°W | Intelsat 901 |
About
BBC Red Button history, coverage, features
The BBC Red Button is an extension of the BBC’s programming in the United Kingdom, typically used for live sport when simultaneous events are taking place. The service was first launched in 1999, and back then, it was known as BBC Text. In 2001, it was rebranded as BBCi before becoming known as the BBC Red Button in 2008.To access the BBC Red Button, users used to have to click the red button on their TV remote controls when watching the BBC. In more recent times, the red button has been available online through the BBC iPlayer. BBC iPlayer is the BBC’s online streaming service, which is available through a web browser and a mobile phone app.
Live football has frequently been shown on the BBC Red Button in years gone by. It has often been used for live matches during international football tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championships. All programming on the BBC Red Button is in English.
Content disclaimer:
The published listings of live, re-aired, and on-demand match and program events published on this website are broadcast by the official rights holders. They are available on various platforms such as terrestrial TV, radio, cable, satellite, IPTV, mobile and desktop apps. Where possible, we will provide links to the streaming events available on the platforms provided by the official broadcasters. Please note that in many cases, a digital subscription or user authentication with a TV or internet provider will be required. We endeavor to provide as accurate and detailed broadcast information as possible. However, broadcast schedules are subject to change at any time. If you find incorrect or missing information, please let us know
The published listings of live, re-aired, and on-demand match and program events published on this website are broadcast by the official rights holders. They are available on various platforms such as terrestrial TV, radio, cable, satellite, IPTV, mobile and desktop apps. Where possible, we will provide links to the streaming events available on the platforms provided by the official broadcasters. Please note that in many cases, a digital subscription or user authentication with a TV or internet provider will be required. We endeavor to provide as accurate and detailed broadcast information as possible. However, broadcast schedules are subject to change at any time. If you find incorrect or missing information, please let us know
