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title: "Is West Ham vs Derby on TV? Kick-off time and how to follow"
canonical: "https://readwestham.com/2026/09/03/is-west-ham-vs-derby-on-tv-kick-off-time-and-how-to-follow/"
type: "post"
language: "en-GB"
author: "James Chettle"
section: "Match Previews"
published: "2026-09-03T05:45:00Z"
modified: "2026-10-10T21:46:18Z"
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# Is West Ham vs Derby on TV? Kick-off time and how to follow

**West Ham United host [Derby County](https://readwestham.com/tag/derby-county/) at [London Stadium](https://readwestham.com/london-stadium-guide/) on Saturday looking to build on their first Championship victory of the season, but the game will not be shown live on television in the UK.**

[Nuno Espírito Santo](https://readwestham.com/tag/nuno-espirito-santo-2/)‘s side face Derby at **3pm BST on Saturday 5 September**, with [Sky Sports](https://readwestham.com/tag/sky-sports/)‘ confirmed broadcast schedule showing the fixture has not been selected for live coverage.

International supporters do have streaming options, while UK fans can follow the match through live updates and audio services.

## Is West Ham vs Derby on TV in the UK?

**No. West Ham vs Derby is not being shown live on Sky Sports in the UK.**

The match remains in the traditional **Saturday 3pm slot** at [London Stadium](https://readwestham.com/tag/london-stadium/).

Sky Sports’ schedule for 5 September includes Preston North End vs Blackburn Rovers and Stoke City vs Charlton Athletic among its lunchtime Championship selections, but West Ham’s meeting with Derby is not on the live schedule.

Sky’s West Ham fixture list also shows the Derby game without a television designation, unlike Tuesday’s trip to Bolton and the following Friday’s home fixture against Wrexham, which are both listed for live Sky coverage.

### West Ham vs Derby match details

**Competition:** EFL Championship\
**Date:** Saturday 5 September 2026\
**Kick-off:** 3pm BST\
**Venue:** London Stadium\
**UK TV:** Not selected for live coverage

Supporters can keep track of every game this season through our permanently updated [West Ham fixtures and results page](https://readwestham.com/fixtures-results/?utm_source=chatgpt.com).

## Can West Ham vs Derby be streamed internationally?

Derby list Saturday’s fixture as available through **RamsTV International**.

The club’s 2026/27 streaming information states that Championship matches not selected for external broadcast can be streamed on RamsTV in overseas territories, although geographical restrictions apply.

RamsTV is **not permitted to provide domestic video streaming in the UK, Republic of Ireland, Jersey, Guernsey or Isle of Man** under the current EFL broadcast agreement. The Nordic countries are also excluded because Viaplay holds the relevant rights there.

International viewers should therefore check RamsTV or their local EFL broadcaster before kick-off.

## How can UK supporters follow West Ham vs Derby?

Although there is no live UK television coverage, supporters will still be able to follow the match through club and media live updates.

The EFL confirms that UK supporters can access **live audio commentary through club streaming services**, while highlights are also available through the league’s broadcast arrangements after matches.

West Ham’s official channels should also provide team news and match updates throughout Saturday afternoon.

The starting line-ups are normally confirmed around **2pm BST**, one hour before kick-off.

## West Ham looking to build on Wolves win

Saturday gives West Ham an opportunity to turn Tuesday night’s breakthrough into genuine momentum.

The Hammers beat Wolves **4-2 at London Stadium**, with Divine Mukasa scoring twice as Nuno’s side secured their first Championship win after collecting only two points from their opening three league matches.

Derby arrive with momentum of their own.

John Eustace’s side won **2-0 away at Portsmouth** on Tuesday, their first Championship victory of the campaign, and subsequently completed late moves for Eiran Cashin, Mohammed Fuseini and David Ozoh.

We have already looked at [the warning Derby sent West Ham before Saturday’s meeting](https://readwestham.com/2026/09/02/west-ham-handed-derby-warning-after-ruthless-win-and-triple-deadline-day-swoop/?utm_source=chatgpt.com).

Both teams therefore head to London Stadium looking for consecutive league victories.