Last updated: 1 October 2026
Sevilla vs Aston Villa kicks off at 7.30pm BST on Friday 2 October, with Unai Emery returning to the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán for the Antonio Puerta Trophy.
That is 8.30pm local time in Spain. The friendly gives Villa another match before their Premier League campaign resumes against Brentford on 10 October.
When is Sevilla vs Aston Villa?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday 2 October 2026 |
| UK kick-off | 7.30pm BST |
| Spanish kick-off | 8.30pm CEST |
| Venue | Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, Seville |
| Competition | Antonio Puerta Trophy friendly |
Sevilla’s official announcement confirms the fixture and local kick-off time.
Is Sevilla vs Aston Villa on TV or live stream?
Sevilla have confirmed that Friday’s friendly will be shown free in Spain through Sevilla FC+, with coverage also available on Canal Sur TV and Canal Sur Más.
The club’s official broadcast announcement includes a 30-minute build-up before the 8.30pm local kick-off, which is 7.30pm BST.
Sevilla FC+ is available through its website and apps for supported mobile devices and smart TVs.
Can supporters watch Sevilla vs Aston Villa in the UK?
Sevilla’s announcement specifies free coverage in Spain. It does not establish whether supporters in the UK can access the same stream.
At our latest check on 1 October, we had not verified a UK broadcaster or the match-specific access terms for a VillaTV stream.
UK supporters should check Aston Villa’s VillaTV announcement for viewing information before purchasing access.
For the football context, our assessment of Emery’s selection questions for the Sevilla friendly examines the opportunities the trip could provide.
Why are Aston Villa playing Sevilla?
Villa are the first English club invited to compete for the Antonio Puerta Trophy.
The match honours the former Sevilla player and brings Emery back to the club where he won three consecutive Europa League titles between 2014 and 2016.
For Villa, it also provides playing time during the international break.
What is the Aston Villa team news?
The travelling squad and confirmed line-up will establish which players are available.
International commitments and individual fitness programmes mean supporters should not assume Emery will have his usual Premier League group.
Our analysis of Emery’s selection questions for the Sevilla friendly examines the opportunities the match could provide.
