If you’ve been trying to catch the National League play-off final on TV the old-fashioned way, you’ll want to sit up: the match that decides which club climbs into the English Football League now lives almost entirely on DAZN. The 2025 Vanarama National League Promotion Final is scheduled for Sunday 1 June 2025 at Wembley Stadium, and the streaming shift means your viewing options have fundamentally changed.

Official broadcaster since: 2021 ·
2025 final date: Sunday 1 June 2025 ·
2026 final date: Sunday 10 May 2026 ·
Venue: Wembley Stadium

Here are the key facts about watching the National League promotion final at Wembley Stadium.

Where can I watch the National League play-off final on TV today?

The National League play-off final is not available on traditional free-to-air or subscription linear TV channels. DAZN holds exclusive rights and streams the match exclusively through its platform. This represents a major shift from earlier years when TNT Sports (formerly BT Sport) carried these matches on linear television. Reddit r/soccer reported on the transition from TNT Sports to DAZN starting with the 2024–25 season.

Current broadcast partner: DAZN

DAZN (pronounced “Da Zone”) is a global sports streaming platform that secured exclusive rights to National League coverage under a multi-year deal. The platform covers more than 200 countries, though UK viewers have exclusive access to domestic National League matches. According to DAZN UK’s National League Season Pass offer, the service includes “live coverage of the playoffs and finals from all 3 divisions.”

TV channel and platform details

DAZN is accessible through smart TV apps, streaming devices, and web browsers. The service does not operate traditional TV channels but functions as an over-the-top (OTT) streaming platform. This means you need an internet connection rather than an aerial or satellite dish. The DAZN explainer on the 2024–25 National League season notes that National League coverage is sold in different packages, including weekly passes for occasional viewers and full-season passes for fans wanting all fixtures including the play-offs.

The implication: viewers must adapt to a fully streaming-based model for National League coverage.

How can I watch the National League play-off final live on TV?

Watching the National League play-off final requires setting up a DAZN subscription and connecting to a compatible viewing device. Here’s the practical path from signup to kick-off.

Step-by-step: sign up for DAZN

• Visit dazn.com and create an account using your email address
• Select a subscription package — either the full National League TV Season Pass at £49.99 per season or check for limited-time promotional offers
• Enter payment details; DAZN occasionally runs special offers such as £9.99 for play-off action, as advertised in their play-off coverage announcement
• Confirm your subscription and log in to access the platform

Using a TV or streaming device

Once subscribed, you can watch on multiple devices. DAZN offers native apps for Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, and Roku, as well as smart TV platforms from major manufacturers. You can also watch through a web browser on a laptop or desktop computer. The Express.co.uk guide to National League play-off coverage notes that DAZN shows every game from all three National League divisions via NLTV passes, typically priced around £14.99 for seasonal access.

What is the DAZN National League TV schedule?

DAZN publishes its National League schedule in advance, allowing fans to plan their viewing around key fixtures. Understanding the schedule rhythm helps you know when the play-off final falls in the broader season calendar.

Regular season and play-off coverage

The National League regular season typically concludes in early May. According to DAZN’s official explainer, the 2024–25 regular season ends on Monday 5 May 2025, with play-offs following across the rest of May. This pattern aligns with historical scheduling: the 2024 promotion final took place on Sunday 5 May 2024 at 3pm at Wembley, as noted by Barnet FC’s early bird ticket announcement.

Match start times and pre-match shows

DAZN typically schedules the promotion final for a Sunday afternoon slot. The DAZN article on watching National League play-offs confirms that finals are typically held on Sundays at Wembley Stadium. However, the exact kick-off time for the 2025 final remains listed as TBC on official listings — a point of uncertainty for viewers trying to plan their Sunday afternoon.

The pattern: Sunday Wembley finals have become the standard, but the 2025 slot falls in early June rather than the typical May window.

When is the National League play-off final 2026 at Wembley?

Looking further ahead, the 2025–26 season’s promotion final is already on the calendar. DAZN’s published 2025/26 play-offs schedule article lists the Enterprise National League promotion final for Sunday 10 May 2026 at Wembley Stadium. Sports Illustrated’s soccer coverage notes that for the 2025–26 season, the final is expected at Wembley on either Saturday 9 May or Sunday 10 May 2026, reflecting some date uncertainty until official confirmation arrives.

Date and venue confirmed for 2026

The 2026 National League Promotion Final will almost certainly be held at Wembley Stadium in London. This venue has been the traditional home of the promotion final since the competition moved away from former stadiums. The Sunday scheduling pattern has held consistently — DAZN’s play-off coverage guide reinforces that Sunday afternoon slots are the norm for these finals.

How to plan your viewing

For 2026, mark your calendar for mid-May and ensure your DAZN subscription is active. The semi-finals typically run between 14 and 22 May, with the final falling on the second Sunday of the month. Advanced Television’s report confirms that National League Promotion Finals are carried exclusively on DAZN, making the subscription essential for anyone wanting to watch live.

Which app shows the National League play-off final on TV?

The DAZN app is your gateway to watching the promotion final on television. Understanding which devices support the app helps you decide how to set up your viewing environment.

DAZN app for mobile and TV

The DAZN app is available across a wide range of platforms. On mobile, you can download it from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store for iPhone, iPad, and Android devices. For television viewing, DAZN has developed apps for Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Android TV. Smart TV users with LG, Samsung, or other platforms may find a DAZN app available through their TV’s app store. The YouTube channel DAZN Football has published pre-match shows promoting National League Promotion Final coverage, linking viewers to DAZN’s streaming platform.

Alternative streaming options

No other UK broadcaster currently holds rights to show the National League play-off final live. The Altrincham FC article on the promotion final notes that BT Sport previously covered National League North and South promotion finals in earlier years, but the current rights structure places all coverage exclusively on DAZN. Some written guides and club communications still reference TNT Sports or BT Sport for historical context, which can cause confusion if readers overlook the rights switch.

Frequently asked questions

For more on legal football streaming options, see our guide to watching Premier League matches online legally, or check Manchester United’s upcoming fixture details for broader football coverage.