What to Watch This Weekend in Canada: NHL, EPL

The weekend of December 20-21, 2025, offers exciting sports entertainment for Canadian viewers as the holiday season ramps up. Hockey takes center stage with a packed NHL slate featuring all seven Canadian teams, alongside thrilling English Premier League fixtures, NFL Week 16 games, and the kickoff of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025.

From intense NHL rivalries to global football drama, here’s your guide to the top sports events December 20-21, 2025, tailored for fans in Canada.

NHL Regular Season: Canadian Teams in Action

The NHL delivers a full schedule with several games involving Canada’s beloved franchises – perfect for hockey night in Canada.

Key highlights:

• Friday, December 20: Vegas Golden Knights at Calgary Flames (10:00 PM ET) – Flames host in a late-night Western Conference clash.
• Sunday, December 21: Montreal Canadiens in action (opponent TBD, 7:00 PM ET slot noted in schedules), plus other potential Canadian team games across the slate.

With multiple games throughout the weekend, including matchups like Colorado Avalanche at Minnesota Wild and Washington Capitals at Detroit Red Wings, Canadian fans have plenty of NHL games December 20-21, 2025 to stream or watch on Sportsnet, TSN, or NHL Live.

English Premier League: Festive Fixtures Continue

Premier League action provides prime-time viewing for soccer fans in Canada, with DAZN and fuboTV broadcasting the matches.

Notable games on December 20-21:

• Newcastle United vs. Chelsea
• Tottenham Hotspur vs. Liverpool
• Everton vs. Arsenal
• Aston Villa vs. Manchester United (Sunday, December 21, 4:30 PM GMT / 11:30 AM ET)

These Premier League matches December 20-21, 2025 are crucial in the title race and European qualification battles.

NFL Week 16: Playoff Push Intensifies

American football fans can catch Saturday games with playoff implications.

• Saturday, December 20:
  • Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders (times TBD, Fox)
  • Green Bay Packers at Chicago Bears (times TBD, Fox)

Followed by a full Sunday slate. Stream these NFL games December 20-21, 2025 on DAZN or other platforms available in Canada.

Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 Launch

The highly anticipated AFCON 2025 begins on Sunday, December 21 in Morocco, with opening group stage matches showcasing stars from across the continent, many playing in top European leagues.

A must-watch for international football enthusiasts – AFCON 2025 opening December 21, 2025.

Other Highlights

• NBA: Ongoing regular season games, including potential Toronto Raptors action (check local listings for exact matchups).
• Additional NHL and global events round out the weekend.

Why This Weekend Excites Canadian Sports Fans

December 20-21, 2025, combines Canada’s passion for hockey with popular imported leagues like the Premier League and NFL, plus the start of AFCON for diverse football coverage.