If there’s one college football game you absolutely need to watch every season, it’s the Army-Navy game. It’s been going on since the late 1800s and is considered one of the biggest rivalries the sport has ever seen.
Navy has won 64 matchups, while Army has 55. Seven games have ended in a tie, with last season’s matchup ending in a narrow 17–16 victory for Navy.
The 2026 game airs on Saturday, December 12, at 3:00 p.m. ET. Keep reading to learn how to watch the Army-Navy game on TV, what services you’ll need, and even how to watch the matchup for free.
What channels will show the Army-Navy football game?
The Army-Navy game will air on CBS, which has shown every edition since 1996. The game will also stream on Paramount+ Premium.
Best TV plans for watching the Army-Navy football game
Because the Army-Navy game is a single event, you won’t need multiple services to watch it. So we decided to give you two options.
Check out our recommendations below and what we like about each.
YouTube TV ($82.99/mo.)
YouTube TV carries CBS in most markets. We like it for its ease of use, DVR storage, and full integration of ESPN Unlimited.
YouTube TV is also one of the few services that carries NBC Sports Network. That, coupled with its offering of national channels, makes it one of the best services for live sports. And if you love the NFL, YouTube TV offers NFL Sunday Ticket as an add-on.
Paramount+ Premium ($13.99/mo.)
The premium tier of Paramount+ includes a live feed of your local CBS station. So if you want to watch the Army-Navy game and don’t want or need an all-encompassing TV provider, this plan will get you access to the game live.
Paramount+ is a low-cost streaming service with plenty of other content, including a wide library of films, TV shows, and other entertainment.
How to watch the Army-Navy football game for free
The best way to watch the game for free is with a digital antenna, which picks up your local CBS station. Just make sure you’re within range of a transmitter with a locator tool.
Paramount+ Premium doesn’t offer a free trial. But if you’re an Amazon Prime Video subscriber, you can get seven days of the service for free as an add-on.
Lastly, most live TV streaming services offer CBS in their base plans. You can utilize a free trial from one of those services.
How to watch the Army-Navy football game FAQ
Who won the last Army-Navy game?
Navy came away with a close 17–16 win over Army on Dec. 13, 2025.
When was the first Army-Navy game?
The first time Army played Navy in college football was on Nov. 29, 1890. Navy won that game, 24–0.
Can I watch the Army-Navy game without cable?
Yes. You can stream the game on Paramount+ Premium. You can also access CBS on most live TV streaming services. Lastly, a digital antenna should give you free access to your local CBS station.
Where is the Army-Navy game being played?
The 2026 game will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The stadium is home to the New York Jets and New York Giants.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Junior Sports Writer, Alex Vejar, confirmed the TV schedule of the 2026 Army-Navy football game. He cross-referenced that information with what TV plans would carry the game. He made his recommendations based on what would be best for a wide variety of fans.
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