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How to watch Aston Villa vs Manchester City: Premier League live stream, TV channel, Haaland return

Manchester City aims to keep its perfect 7‑0 Premier League start when they travel to Villa Park on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at 7:25 AM EDT. The match streams on NBC Universo and can be accessed via Fubo (free trial). City, fresh from a 5‑1 Champions League win over AEK Athens, faces a Villa side riding a three‑game winning streak and a recent 3‑1 Champions League victory over Viking. Key absences include Villa’s Antoni Semenyo and Josko Gvardiol, while Ian Maatsen returns for the hosts. The game could also mark Erling Haaland’s first appearance for City this season.

How to watch NC State vs Stanford: Live stream College Football, TV channel

NC State (3-3) travels to Stanford Stadium Friday, Oct. 23, to face the 3-4 Cardinal in an ACC showdown at 10:30 PM ET on ESPN. Fans can stream the game via Fubo (free trial available). Both teams are fighting to revive their seasons—Stanford rebounded from a 58-7 loss to Duke with a home win over Elon, while NC State aims to avoid missing a bowl for the first time since 2019 under 14‑year head coach Dave Doeren.

How to watch Lakers vs Clippers: NBA, live stream, TV channel

The Lakers host the Clippers on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET in the first Battle of LA of the 2026‑27 season. The game airs on Spectrum SportsNet (ClipperVision) and streams free on DIRECTV. Both clubs enter unbeaten: L.A. opened with a 127‑105 win over Golden State, highlighted by Luka Doncic’s 28 points and Walker Kessler’s perfect 12‑for‑12 night; the Clippers beat Sacramento 121‑96 behind Darius Garland’s 30 points. With LeBron gone and Kawhi departed, the matchup showcases each team’s new‑era stars.

How to watch Grizzlies vs Warriors: Live stream NBA, TV channel

The Memphis Grizzlies (1-0) host the Golden State Warriors (0-1) at the Chase Center on Friday, Oct. 23 at 10 PM ET. Memphis rides a 123‑103 season‑opener win over Utah, highlighted by Ty Jerome’s 45‑point outburst, while Golden State looks to bounce back from a 127‑105 loss to the Lakers, with Stephen Curry leading at 23 points. The game airs on NBC Sports Bay Area and streams live on Fubo (free trial available).

How to watch Trail Blazers vs Kings: NBA, live stream, TV channel

The Portland Trail Blazers visit the Sacramento Kings on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, with tipoff at 10 p.m. ET on NBC Sports California and Rip City TV, and a free‑trial stream on Fubo. After a 124‑83 season‑opening win over Phoenix, Portland hopes to extend its sweep of Sacramento from last year, despite missing Shaedon Sharpe (knee). The Kings, coming off a 121‑96 loss to the Clippers, aim to snap an 0‑2 start, relying on Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine and Keegan Murray. The game promises high‑scoring action as both teams chase early playoff positioning.

How to watch Spurs vs Rockets: NBA, live stream, TV channel

The San Antonio Spurs host the Houston Rockets on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, with tip‑off at 9:30 p.m. ET on Prime Video. After a 116‑104 loss to the Thunder, the Spurs look to bounce back; Victor Wembanyama had a quiet night (12 points, 13 rebounds, six blocks) while Stephon Castle led with 24 and rookie Dylan Harper added 18 in his debut. Houston comes off a 128‑110 win over Dallas, highlighted by 30‑point games from Kevin Durant and Jabari Smith Jr., plus Alperen Şengün’s 23‑point double‑double. The game offers a chance for both Western Conference teams to claim their first win of the 2026‑27 season.

How to watch Pelicans vs Jazz: Live stream NBA, TV channel

The New Orleans Pelicans host the Utah Jazz on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, at 9:30 PM ET. Both teams come off opening‑night losses—New Orleans fell 123‑120 to Indiana, with Dejounte Murray scoring 23 and Zion Williamson 22, while Utah dropped 123‑103 to Memphis, led by Keyonte George’s 22 points. The game airs on the Utah Jazz GCSEN network and streams live on Fubo (free trial available). Catch the matchup to see if the Pelicans can rebound and the Jazz can bounce back from their defeats.

How to watch Lightning vs Avalanche: NHL, live stream, TV channel

The Tampa Bay Lightning visit the Colorado Avalanche on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, with puck drop at 9 p.m. ET at Ball Arena. The game streams on ESPN+ (or ESPN Unlimited) and airs on the ESPN+ channel. Lightning enter as a hot team, 7‑2 in their first nine games, highlighted by Nikita Kucherov’s 13 points and Brandon Hagel’s seven goals, while Andrei Vasilevskiy anchors the net. Avalanche sit at 5‑4‑1, led by Nathan MacKinnon’s 16 points and Cale Makar’s defensive prowess. The matchup pits two early‑season stars against each other and promises an entertaining showdown.

How to watch Air Force vs Wyoming: Live stream College Football, TV channel

The Air Force Falcons (5-1) host the Wyoming Cowboys (4-3) Friday, Oct. 23, at 9 PM ET on CW, with a free Fubo stream available. Air Force comes off a 41‑31 win over UNLV, highlighted by QB Evan Medders’ 152 rushing yards and three TDs and Rocco Conti’s 103 yards. Wyoming rides a 41‑23 victory over Northern Illinois, where QB Tyler Hughes rushed for a career‑high 183 yards and four touchdowns while adding 196 passing yards. Both teams boast strong ground attacks, making this late‑night conference showdown a must‑watch.

How to watch Army vs Tulsa: Live stream College Football, TV channel

Army (4-2) hosts Tulsa (4-3) Friday, Oct. 23 at 8:30 PM ET on ESPN2, with a live stream on Fubo. The Black Knights come off a 56-24 win over Florida Atlantic, highlighted by Cale Hellums’ 195 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Tulsa looks to rebound from a 38-17 victory over Rice, where QB Baylor Hayes threw for 249 yards and three scores. Both teams bring strong ground games and aim to improve their conference standings in this Friday night showdown at H.A. Chapman Stadium.

How to watch Brewers vs Rays: World Series, Game 1, live stream, TV channel

Game 1 of the 2026 World Series pits the Milwaukee Brewers against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday, Oct. 23, with first pitch at 8 p.m. ET on FOX. The Brewers, fresh off a 103‑win season and a NLCS sweep of the Dodgers, will start Jacob Misiorowski (1.80 ERA) against Ray’s Nick Martinez. Tampa Bay, winners of 98 games and a six‑game ALCS over the Guardians, seeks its first title. The matchup streams free on Fubo or DIRECTV, though regional restrictions apply.

How to watch Pistons vs Heat: NBA, live stream, TV channel

The Detroit Pistons (1-0) host the Miami Heat (0-1) Friday, Oct. 23, at 8 p.m. ET in the Kaseya Center. Tune in on The Spot – Detroit 20 (WMYD) or stream via Fubo (free trial). Detroit comes off a dramatic 121‑113 comeback win over Boston, with Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren each scoring 22 points. Miami rebounded from a 131‑106 loss to Minnesota, where Giannis Antetokounmpo dropped 35 points. Both teams look to bounce back, making this early‑season showdown a must‑watch.

How to watch Minnesota Timberwolves games in 2026-27: live stream, TV channel, schedule

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ 2026-27 NBA schedule is now live, and all local games stream exclusively on DAZN MIN from Oct. 21, 2026 through Apr. 11, 2027. Fans can watch Anthony Edwards and new guard LaMelo Ball lead the West‑side contender via DAZN’s on‑demand service, with national broadcasts also listed (ESPN, NBA TV, Prime Video, NBC/Peacock, ABC). The article includes a full game‑by‑game calendar, noting dates, times (ET) and where each matchup airs, and highlights the duo’s All‑Star‑caliber backcourt as the team chases its first championship. DAZN is available on smart TVs, mobile devices, and consoles, though regional restrictions may apply.

How to watch the 2026 World Series: Rays vs. Brewers live stream, TV channel, schedule

The 2026 World Series pits the Tampa Bay Rays against the Milwaukee Brewers, with Game 1 kicking off Friday, Oct. 23 at 8 p.m. ET on FOX from American Family Field. The best‑of‑seven follows a 2‑3‑2 format, with Milwaukee hosting Games 1‑2 and 6‑7, and Tampa Bay hosting Games 3‑5. DIRECTV’s MySports package streams the series via your local FOX affiliate—check your ZIP code before signing up. New users enjoy a five‑day free trial, then $49.99 for the first month (renewing at $64.99). Spanish coverage airs on FOX Deportes, and MySports also bundles ESPN Unlimited and other sports networks.