It all comes down to this: one last Friday Night SmackDown! show on Friday, September 19 at p.m. ET, before Cody Rhodes and the stars of the WWE descend on Wrestlepalooza 2025, and it’s a can’t-miss preview event, live from Toledo, Ohio.
Cord-cutters can watch WWE SmackDown!, Season 27, Episode 38, live on fuboTV (free trial) and other streaming services listed below.
Where to watch ‘WWE SmackDown!’ live and on demand for free
You can stream “WWE SmackDown!” live or on demand without a cable subscription by using several streaming platforms that offer USA Network, including fuboTV (free trial), DirecTV (free trial) and Sling.
What are the differences between the streaming services?
DirecTV – Watch live TV from major broadcast and popular cable networks. Enjoy local and national live sports, breaking news, and must-see shows the moment they air. Included: unlimited cloud DVR storage space so you can record as many shows as you want and stream them from wherever you go. DTV starts at $34.99 per month after a 5-day free trial when you shop their customizable genre packs.
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Sling – One of the best bargains in the live TV streaming market at $45.99 per month. Sling lets you choose the channel lineup that best suits your needs, whether you prefer more sports, or more news and entertainment, and is available to stream on Roku, iOS, Apple Play, Xbox, Fire TV, Chromecast and most app-friendly devices.
Fubo – Fubo offers one of the widest selections of channels among live TV streaming services. More than 220 channels, including all the sports and entertainment you love, plus sports add-ons for those niche networks you rely on, and it all starts with a 5-day free trial. Right now, Fubo is offering up to $30 off the first month of service after the free trial.
Who is fighting on SmackDown! this week?
This Friday’s advertised highlights include:
WWE Champion Cody Rhodes appears, as teased this week on RAW.
Sami Zayn vs. Carmelo Hayes for the U.S. Championship
Brock Lesnar, Tiffany Stratton, Randy Orton, Jacob Fatu and Jade Cargill are all slated to appear
What is ‘Smackdown!’ about?
“WWE SmackDown!” is a weekly professional wrestling television show produced by World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). It first aired in 1999 and has become one of WWE’s flagship programs alongside “Monday Night Raw”. The show features scripted storylines, dramatic rivalries, and athletic matches between WWE Superstars. SmackDown showcases both rising talent and established stars, often including championship bouts and major plot developments that shape WWE’s larger universe. With a mix of action, entertainment, and spectacle, it appeals to a global audience and regularly tours major arenas across the U.S. and abroad. SmackDown currently airs on Friday nights and continues to be a cornerstone of WWE programming.
What happened last week at SmackDown?
Things got intense right away, as Drew McIntyre defeated Randy Orton with a Claymore Kick, but just when you thought it was over, Cody Rhodes made a surprise return. He attacked McIntyre and challenged him for the Undisputed WWE Title at Wrestlepalooza this Saturday. Expect fireworks.
Earlier in the night, Brock Lesnar decided to put R-Truth through the wringer with consecutive F-5s followed by a preview of what’s to come at Wrestlepalooza.
In a strong showing, Sami Zayn retained his United States Title by beating Rey Fenix after a brutal Helluva Kick.
On the women’s side: Giulia vs. B-Fab ended in chaos thanks to a kendo stick, unexpected interference, and all-out assault. Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill’s title match didn’t end cleanly either; it was a double count-out, with Nia Jax crashing in afterward to attack both competitors.
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