How to watch the Champions League match between Arsenal and Kairat Almaty, as well as kick-off time and team news
Arsenal are looking for an eighth consecutive Champions League victory against a hapless Kairat Almaty.
Here’s where to find English live streams of Arsenal vs Kairat Almaty like GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game today.
How to watch anywhere with a VPN
If you are traveling abroad or simply want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may encounter geo-restrictions. This is where a virtual private network (VPN) comes in handy.
A VPN, like NordVPNallows you to establish a secure and encrypted online connection. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is broadcast, you can bypass lockdown restrictions and watch your favorite team live. Click here for a step-by-step guide or alternatively see GOAL’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.
Arsenal vs Kairat Almaty start time
Arsenal vs Kairat Almaty starts on January 28, 2026 at 15:00 EST and 20:00 GMT.
Match preview
Arsenal have a 100% record in the Champions League group stage and will finish in the top two regardless of the result here. Rotation will be the name of the game for Mikel Arteta, who has seen his team’s lead in the Premier League reduced to four points following their defeat to Manchester United. Winless in three EPL games, the Gunners have had no such frustrations on their European nights, winning seven Champions League games in a row.
Injury news, suspensions, key statistics
Arsenal midfielders Declan Rice and Mikel Merino will not participate in this match due to suspension. Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori have returned to training and could play in defense here.
Kairat could be without talented young striker Dastan Satpaev. The 17-year-old Kazakh star has four goals in the competition this season, but there is a doubt here.
Bukayo Saka could become the second-youngest Arsenal player to reach 50 appearances in a major European competition since Cesc Fàbregas here, while he averages a goal every two games in the UCL with 12 in 24 appearances.
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Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Arsenal vs Kairat Almaty today
NordVPN
- Download and install: Sign up for NordVPN or another reputable VPN service (see GOAL guide here) and download the application to your device.
- Connect to a server– Open the app and select the server location where the match is shown (for example, if you are in the UK but want to watch a US broadcast, connect to a US server).
- Clear cache: Sometimes your browser retains your previous location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start transmission: Go to your broadcaster’s website and app and enjoy the game.
>How to watch on the big screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports should be on the big screen. Here’s how to get the VPN to work on your TV:
- Smart TVs and Fire Stick: Most Android based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV device either Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN applications. Simply search for your VPN provider in your TV’s app store, log in, and connect like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku and consoles: These devices often do not support direct VPN applications. The simplest solution is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or mirror/mold streaming from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.
