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The best streaming services for sports fans in 2025

Editor's pick

DIRECTV Stream

FS1 included with all subscription plans.

DVR capabilities: Unlimited cloud storage

Simultaneous streams: Unlimited at home, three on-the-go

Free trial: Five days

Monthly from

$74.99

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Few things unite the world like sport. Friends, families and fellow fans come together all year round to enjoy the pleasures of their favorite games. From the glitz and glamour of American football through to the worldwide giant that is soccer, there's plenty more that draws loyal supporters all over the globe to unite.

In the United States, there's no shortage of terrific competitions to watch too, ranging from NFL to NBA, and NHL to MLB. Internationally, events such as the English Premier League and UEFA Champions League continue to entice soccer fans, and with the presence of legendary stars like Lionel Messi in the MLS, it's only going to get bigger.

Every major terrestrial network has dedicated sporting blocks, while a host of pay-television channels and satellite services are singular dedicated to various games - and that's before you even consider the plethora of options available online, with the streaming boom at an all-time high for sports coverage.

There are currently over 200 TV streaming services available on the US market. That’s an intimidating number when trying to figure out where to put your money! Even more so, when broadcasting rights for the live sports events you want can change between channels from year to year.

To help sports fans cut through the clutter, we've pulled together the best sports streaming services on the market based on subscription price, features and channel lineup.

  • Best for international sports coverage

    Why fubo?

    As an internet streaming TV service, fubo (formerly FuboTV) is a knockout with anyone wanting to cable-cut. It offers upwards of 120 live channels across its subscription packages: Pro and Elite ,including regional and collegiate sports networks. There is also a Latino subscription offering popular channels and content in Spanish.

    Subscription plans and pricing

    Fubo currently runs a five-day free trial.

    Package

    Monthly price

    Pro

    $84.99

    Elite

    $94.99

    Latino

    $14.99


    Fubo is the best service for international soccer coverage and sport events. CBS channels provide the UEFA Champions League, WSL, and NWSL and are included across Pro and Elite subscription. Meanwhile, many English Premier League games can be watched with USA and NBC channels. ESPN also includes La Liga games. 


    However, Soccer isn’t the only sport with decent international coverage. Tennis fans get a number of grand slam tournaments, including the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and Roland Garros.

    Find out how to watch and live stream on fubo, or start a subscription today.

    Pros

    International soccer coverage

    Unlimited Cloud DVR

    10 simultaneous streams on your home network

    Includes some regional sports networks

    Cons

    No Turner sports channels

    Pricey subscriptions

  • Carries your major regional sports networks

    DIRECTV is a premium TV service provider, offering both TV and an internet streaming service for those wanting to cable-cut.

    When it comes to streaming live sports, DIRECTV has pretty much anything you could ask for. A subscription to any of the provider's packages comes with various sports channels, as outlined below.

    Subscription plans and pricing

    Package

    Monthly price

    Sports channels

    Entertainment

    $84.99

    ESPN, ESPN 2, FOX Sports 1, MotorTrend

    Choice

    $89.99

    MLB Network, Golf Channel, NBA TV, Big Ten Network

    Ultimate

    $109.99

    NHL Network, CBS Sports Network, FOX Sports 2, TUDN

    Premier

    $154.99

    All of the above


    Regional coverage is also a strong selling point with DIRECTV. To find what’s available in your area, just type in your ZIP code to receive your Local Regional Sports Network Information.

    Find out more about how to watch and live stream sports on DIRECTV, or sign up today.

    Pros

    Channel variety

    Regional sports coverage

    Unlimited streams on home network

    Unlimited Cloud DVR storage

    Cons

    Additional fees for satellite service users (activation fee and advanced service receiver fee)

     Higher subscription costs

  • Best value

    Why ESPN+?

    ESPN+ is ESPN's internet streaming service. Like the broadcast networks you know and love, ESPN+ specializes in everything sports, no more, no less.

    Subscription plans and pricing

    Package

    Price

    ESPN+ Monthly

    $11.99 per month

    ESPN+ Annual

    $119.99 per year


    The interface is designed to make finding the big games easy; you can search using the dozens of sports categories, by league, conference, or ESPN channel. There’s a live event schedule, so you always know who, when, and where. You can also relive your favourite moments of the live game with the click of a button with event re-plays and highlights.

    Similarly to Peacock, ESPN+ is designed to accommodate watching on-the-go and is compatible with mobiles and pads – all while allowing for five simultaneous streams per account. 

    ESPN+ includes college sports, coverage of the NHL and NFL, Bundesliga soccer games, as well as plenty of UFC PPV events. Whatever the sport, ESPN+ has you covered.

    Find out more with our ESPN+ review, or subscribe today.

    Pros

    Extensive sports coverage

    Access to archives of sport content

    Device compatibility

    Multiple streams

    Cons

    No DVR storage

    ESPN’s core channels are not part of the ESPN+ service

  • Best for Premier League soccer

    Why Peacock?

    Owned by NBC, Peacock is an over-the-top (OTT) internet streaming service, designed to be compatible with most devices and suited to on-the-go streaming. It’s also one of the cheapest, most flexible streaming services on the market, with plans starting at $4.99/Mo and cancellable at any time. 

    Package

    Price

    Peacock Premium Monthly

    $7.99

    Peacock Premium Annual

    $79.99


    Peacock is a must for soccer fans wanting to watch the full English Premier League (EPL) season. 
    NBC has exclusive broadcasting rights to EPL, airing every match of the season across NBC channels and Peacock Premium.

    Aside from the excellent soccer coverage, Peacock is compatible with most smart devices as well as TVs and gaming consoles, so is great for on-the-go streaming. Supported devices include Android TV, Apple TV, Chromecast, Google TV, Hisense VIDAA, LG Smart TVs, PlayStation 4 & 5, most Roku devices, Samsung Smart TVs, VIZIO, Xbox, Cox, Xfinity, Meta VR Devices.

    Pros

    Full English Premier League coverage

    Child-safety settings

    Widely device compatible

    Flexible monthly subscriptions

    Up to three simultaneous streams.

    Cons

    Limited live sports channels

    No DVR storage

  • Best sports add-ons

    Why Sling?

    Sling TV is an internet streaming service that offers live tv channels for significantly cheaper monthly subscription packages than premium services like DIRECTV.

    Sports channels are split between packages, which can be a little confusing. So if you need a hand, have a read of our article how to watch and live stream sports on Sling TV.

    The combined Orange & Blue package is the best value. It saves subscribers overall each month, which leaves wiggle room for some of Sling TV’s add-ons and extras. 

    Subscription plans and pricing

    Packages

    Monthly price

    Sling Orange

    $45.99

    Sling Blue

    $50.99

    Sling Orange & Blue

    $65.99


    Regardless of whether you take advantage of the current promotional offers, a monthly subscription is cheaper than most competitors at full price. 
    You can also cancel your monthly membership at any time, which gives you full control over your account and flexibility if your budget changes. 

    Sports Extra features13 additional channels, including Tennis Channel, ESPNU, MLB Network and NBA TV, so is a must for sports fans. Sports Extra is $11 per month when purchased individually, while other add-ons range from $6 to $16.99 per month each.

    Pros

    Affordable monthly subscription

    Customizable content through extras and add-ons

    Flexible membership

    Cons

    Sports channels are split between packages

    No Regional Sports Coverage 

  • Best for streaming fights

    Why DAZN?

    DAZN is an OTT internet streaming service that specializes in live coverage of boxing, MMA, and elite wrestling. However, coverage has expanded to football, soccer, snooker, esports and more.

    Package

    Pricing

    Simultaneous streams

    Monthly saver

    $19.99/month

    (12 month contract)

    Two

    Flexible Pass

    $29.99/month

    One


    Like ESPN+, DANZ is compatible with mobile devices to allow for streaming on the go. So, whether you’re at a bar propping your phone against a beer, or on the busy bus ride home, you’ll be covered to watch all the big fights. You’re also able to delve into boxing archives and watch a backlog of historical fights on demand. The platform also provides pay-per-view (PPV) fighting events. 

    For fans of classic rivalries, more than 500 iconic fights are available for on-demand viewing via archives that go back 30 years. Find out more about how to watch and live stream sports on DAZN, or start a subscription today.

    Pros

    Comprehensive boxing coverage

    Easy access to PPV fights

    Boxing archives included

    Watch DAZN original content

    Cons

    Subscription required to access PPV fights

    No DVR storage

  • Subscriptions from only $7.99/mo

    Subscription plans and pricing

    Currently running a seven-day free trial.

    Package

    Monthly price

    Annual price

    Paramount+ Essential

    $7.99

    $59.99

    Paramount+ with SHOWTIME

    $12.99/month

    $119.99

    Features

    Paramount + Original content

    Stream over 45,000 episodes and movies with limited commercial interruptions, whether it’s HALO, Mayor of Kingstown or catching up on Criminal Minds Evolution. 

    Stream local CBS channel Live

    In addition to CBS's main live channel, you can also watch CBS News, CBS Sports Golazo Network, CBS Sports HQ, your local CBS station (with the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME plan). There are around 20 live channels for you to watch CBS broadcasts.


    Device Compatibility

    Android

    Roku

    iPad

    Samsung

    iPhone

    Vizio

    Apple TV

    Xbox 1

    Chromecast

    Xbox Series X

    Fire TV

    Xfinity

    LG

    Xumo Stream Box

    PS4

    PS5


    Offline downloads

    Offline downloads are a service feature, if you’re watching on demand content.


    Simultaneous streams

    Paramount+ offers three simultaneous streams to customers, at home or on the go. It also accommodates up to 6 profiles per account.

    Pros

    Downloadable content

    Budget-friendly subscription

    Three simultaneous streams

    Local CBS channels available

    Cons

    No DVR storage available

    CBS channels require a more expensive subscription

  • Subscriptions under $10/month

    What is Fanatiz?

    Fanatiz is one of the cheapest internet streaming services for live TV on the market, stealthily knocking Sling TV out of the top spot.

    The Front Row Monthly subscription is the best value, bringing you every channel in the lineup, including beIN Sports.

    Subscription plans and pricing

    Package

    Price (monthly)

    Front Row Plan

    $9.99


    The service is very trim, featuring only thirteen channels in the US. But don't let this put you off too quickly. BeIN Sports networks promise live coverage of Copa Libertadores, Sudamericana, Recopa, Argentina's Primera Division, Brasileiro A and B, Ligue 1, Peruvian, Paraguyan, Portuguese, Turkish and French leagues, and selected games from Uruguay.

    Channels

    Channel Lineup

    beIN Sports

    beIN Sports en Español

    beIN Sports Xtra 

    beINXtra en Español

    TyC Sports

    GolTV in English

    GolTV in Spanish

    RCN Our Tele

    CATV 

    CDO 2

    CDO

    Tigo Sports

    Real Madrid in Spanish

    Real Madrid in English

    For The Fans

    Soccer Leagues on Fanatiz

    • Argentinian Professional League
    • Copa Libertadores and Copa Sudamericana
    • Brasileirao Serie A and Serie B.
    • Copa Diego Maradona (Argentinian 1st Division)
    • Liga BetPlay (Colombian 1st Division)
    • Liga Pro (Ecuadorian 1st Division)
    • Ligue 1 (French 1st Division) and French Cup.
    • Liga 1 (Peruvian 1st Division)
    • Portuguese League
    • Turkish League
    • Uruguayan League
    • El Salvador League
    • Honduras League
    • Costa Rica League
    • Liga MX
    • Liga Femenil


    Find out more about how to watch and live stream soccer on Fanatiz.

    Pros

    Budget friendly subscription

    Over 1,000 hours of on-demand content

    Personalised channel lineup

    Offers commentary in Spanish and English

    HD quality picture

    Cons

    Some major tournaments are missing

  • MLS Season Pass

    Get the MLS Season Pass for as little as $12.99

    Why Apple TV+?

    Another subscription that's wonderfully budget friendly, Apple TV+ is just $9.99 per month. Subscription is flexible, so you can cancel at any time. There is also a seven-day free trial running for new customers.

    Apple TV+ isn't the best for general live sports coverage, but it's a worthy investment for fans of Major League Soccer. Apple's MLS Season Pass brings you comprehensive MLS and Playoff game without any blackout restrictions, as well as highlights, match analysis and re-plays. Commentary is also be available in both English and Spanish.

    Monthly cost

    Annual cost

    Existing Apple TV+ subscribers

    $12.99

    $79

    New Apple TV+ subscribers$14.99

    $99

    Pros

    Budget-friendly subscriptions

    Comprehensive MLS coverage

    Access Apple TV+ originals films and shows

    Six simultaneous streams

    Cons

    No DVR storage

    Limited live TV

    Limited movies and shows compared to other providers