Once a Loon, always in action: Viewing guide for Jan. 16–18

The middle of January brings an incredible wave of activity across the globe, featuring 22 matches involving our network of former Loons. This weekend is especially significant for our coaching alumni, as Eric Ramsay makes his highly anticipated debut on the West Bromwich Albion bench. From domestic cup matches in Finland and Scotland to high-profile league clashes in Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Colombia, there is a match for nearly every hour of the weekend.

Friday, Jan. 16

Brommapojkarna vs. Djurgården

Mikael Marques and Rasmus Schüller help kick off the Swedish preseason with a local Stockholm derby early this morning.

Match: IF Brommapojkarna vs. Djurgårdens IF
Date and time: Friday, Jan. 16 at 6 a.m.
Location: Grimsta IP, Vällingby, Sweden
Former Loons: Mikael Marques and Rasmus Schüller
How to watch: Friendlies are often streamed on Discovery+ Sweden or official club YouTube channels.

HJK Helsinki vs. IFK Mariehamn

Teemu Pukki leads the HJK attack as they open their Liigacup group stage campaign in a winter showdown in Helsinki.

Match: HJK Helsinki vs. IFK Mariehamn
Date and time: Friday, Jan. 16 at 9:30 a.m.
Location: Bolt Arena, Helsinki, Finland
Former Loons: Teemu Pukki
How to watch: Stream via the Ruutu+ platform.

Saint-Étienne vs. Clermont Foot

Adrien Hunou leads the line for Clermont Foot as they travel to one of the most historic venues in French football.

Match: AS Saint-Étienne vs. Clermont Foot 63
Date and time: Friday, Jan. 16 at 10 a.m.
Location: Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, Saint-Étienne, France
Former Loons: Adrien Hunou
How to watch: Available to stream via beIN SPORTS Connect.

Al Ittihad vs. Al-Ettifaq

Francisco Calvo faces a world-class test in Jeddah as he leads the defense against Karim Benzema and Al Ittihad.

Match: Al Ittihad vs. Al-Ettifaq
Date and time: Friday, Jan. 16 at 11:30 a.m.
Location: King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Former Loons: Francisco Calvo
How to watch: Broadcast on FOX Soccer Plus and the FOX Sports app.

Jahn Regensburg vs. Ingolstadt

Mason Toye could potentially make his European debut this afternoon following his mid-week transfer from Sporting Kansas City.

Match: SSV Jahn Regensburg vs. FC Ingolstadt 04
Date and time: Friday, Jan. 16 at noon p.m.
Location: Jahnstadion Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
Former Loons: Mason Toye
How to watch: Stream via Magenta Sport or the OneFootball app.

West Bromwich Albion vs. Middlesbrough

Eric Ramsay takes charge of his first match as West Brom’s head coach in a high-stakes Championship clash at The Hawthorns.

Match: West Bromwich Albion vs. Middlesbrough
Date and time: Friday, Jan. 16 at 2 p.m.
Location: The Hawthorns, West Bromwich, England
Former Loons: Eric Ramsay (Head Coach)
How to watch: Broadcast live on Sky Sports or via streaming.

Saturday, Jan. 17

Wigan vs. Bolton

Tyler Miller and the Trotters head into a high-stakes Greater Manchester derby looking to secure a clean sheet in League One play.

Match: Wigan Athletic vs. Bolton Wanderers
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 6:30 a.m.
Location: DW Stadium, Wigan, England
Former Loons: Tyler Miller
How to watch: Stream via Sky Sports+ or with an iFollow Bolton match pass.

Tranmere vs. Walsall

Ethan Bristow continues his consistent run of starts at left-back as Tranmere hosts a physical Walsall side in League Two action.

Match: Tranmere Rovers vs. Walsall
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 6:30 a.m.
Location: Prenton Park, Birkenhead, England
Former Loons: Ethan Bristow
How to watch: Available to stream via Sky Sports+.

Real Madrid vs. Levante

Kervin Arriaga takes “The Tank” to the Santiago Bernabéu for a legendary matchup against the Spanish giants.

Match: Real Madrid vs. Levante UD
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 7a.m.
Location: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid, Spain
Former Loons: Kervin Arriaga
How to watch: Broadcast on ESPN+ and ESPN Deportes.

SC Verl vs. Waldhof Mannheim

Emmanuel Iwe remains a dangerous attacking option on the wing for SC Verl as they continue their 3. Liga campaign.

Match: SC Verl vs. SV Waldhof Mannheim
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 7 a.m.
Location: Sportclub Arena, Verl, Germany
Former Loons: Emmanuel Iwe
How to watch: Stream via the OneFootball app.

Motherwell vs. Ross County

Sam Nicholson faces a fitness test ahead of Motherwell’s 4th Round Scottish Cup tie, with fans hoping he can return to the lineup.

Match: Motherwell FC vs. Ross County
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 9 a.m.
Location: Fir Park, Motherwell, Scotland
Former Loons: Sam Nicholson
How to watch: International streaming available via Motherwell TV.

IF Gnistan vs. FC Inter Turku

The veteran Jukka Raitala anchors the Gnistan backline as they look to build defensive stability in the Liigacup.

Match: IF Gnistan vs. FC Inter Turku
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 9:30 a.m.
Location: Mustapekka Areena, Helsinki, Finland
Former Loons: Jukka Raitala
How to watch: Stream live via Ruutu+.

Chivas vs. Querétaro

Miguel Tapias has fully recovered from a thigh injury and is expected to anchor the center of the Chivas defense tonight.

Match: C.D. Guadalajara vs. Querétaro FC
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 5:07 p.m.
Location: Estadio Akron, Zapopan, Mexico
Former Loons: Miguel Tapias
How to watch: Broadcast on Telemundo and Peacock.

Puntarenas FC vs. CS Cartaginés

Johan Venegas leads Cartaginés to the coast following his match-winning heroics earlier this week.

Match: Puntarenas FC vs. CS Cartaginés
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 6 p.m.
Location: Estadio Lito Pérez, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Former Loons: Johan Venegas
How to watch: Stream live on the FUTV app.

Bucaramanga vs. Millonarios

Darwin Quintero brings his creative veteran flair to the Bucaramanga attack for this primetime Colombian matchup.

Match: Atlético Bucaramanga vs. Millonarios FC
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Location: Estadio Américo Montanini, Bucaramanga, Colombia
Former Loons: Darwin Quintero
How to watch: Stream via Win Sports Online.

Canada vs. Guatemala

Dayne St. Clair and Tani Oluwaseyi are both expected to feature as Canada looks for redemption in this friendly match.

Match: Canada vs. Guatemala
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 9 p.m.
Location: BMO Stadium, Los Angeles, California
Former Loons: Dayne St. Clair and Tani Oluwaseyi
How to watch: Stream via OneSoccer or FuboTV.

Sunday, Jan. 18

Balestier Khalsa vs. Hougang United

Nabi Kibunguchy continues his first season in Singapore with a road trip to face Balestier Khalsa.

Match: Balestier Khalsa FC vs. Hougang United FC
Date and time: Sunday, Jan. 18 at 5:30 a.m.
Location: Bishan Stadium, Singapore
Former Loons: Nabi Kibunguchy
How to watch: Stream via the Singapore Premier League YouTube channel.

Deportivo Pasto vs. Independiente Medellín

Ménder García leads the attack for Medellín in a difficult away fixture to kick off the new Colombian season.

Match: Deportivo Pasto vs. Independiente Medellín
Date and time: Saturday, Jan. 17 at 1 p.m.
Location: Estadio Departamental Libertad, Pasto, Colombia
Former Loons: Ménder García
How to watch: Stream via Win Sports Online.

Bolivia vs. Panama

Carlos Harvey is expected to feature as Panama tests their tactical depth during this international window in Tarija.

Match: Bolivia vs. Panama
Date and time: Sunday, Jan. 18 at 3 p.m.
Location: Estadio IV Centenario, Tarija, Bolivia
Former Loons: Carlos Harvey
How to watch: Stream via beIN SPORTS Connect.

Ypiranga RS vs. Internacional

Alan Benítez is expected to continue his rotation at right-back as Inter looks for a third straight state championship win.

Match: Ypiranga RS vs. Internacional
Date and time: Sunday, Jan. 18 at 3 p.m.
Location: Estádio Colosso da Lagoa, Erechim, Brazil
Former Loons: Alan Benítez
How to watch: Stream via the Fanatiz platform.

Municipal Pérez Zeledón vs. LD Alajuelense

Alejandro Bran looks for his first road win as a permanent member of the Alajuelense midfield tonight.

Match: Municipal Pérez Zeledón vs. LD Alajuelense
Date and time: Sunday, Jan. 18 at 3 p.m.
Location: Estadio Municipal Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica
Former Loons: Alejandro Bran
How to watch: Stream live on the FUTV app.

CD Jaguares vs. Deportivo Cali

The most anticipated debut in Colombia takes place tonight as Emanuel Reynoso is expected to pull the strings for Cali.

Match: CD Jaguares vs. Deportivo Cali
Date and time: Sunday, Jan. 18 at 3:10 p.m.
Location: Estadio Jaraguay, Montería, Colombia
Former Loons: Emanuel Reynoso
How to watch: Stream via Win Sports Online.

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