The main football game on Sunday, August 17, 2025, is the NFL preseason matchup between the Buffalo Bills and the Chicago Bears. It will be broadcast on FOX and CBS channels, starting at 8:00 PM ET. You can also stream it on services like Fubo, Paramount+, and Peacock+. For English football (soccer) in the UK, there are several Premier League matches on this day, shown mainly on Sky Sports and TNT Sports. Key games include:
- Ipswich Town vs Southampton at 12:00 PM on Sky Sports
- Chelsea vs Crystal Palace at 2:00 PM on Sky Sports
- Nottingham Forest vs Brentford at 2:00 PM on Sky Sports
- Manchester United vs Arsenal at 4:30 PM on Sky Sports
So, depending on which football (NFL or soccer) you are referring to, the channels differ:
- NFL preseason game (Bears vs Bills): FOX, CBS, and streaming platforms
- English Premier League matches: Sky Sports and TNT Sports in the UK
If you specify the football type or league, I can give a more precise channel.