Nothing beats being in the court, arena, or the field while watching your favorite team or athlete play. But the ugly truth is, there are times when we can’t watch sports live in person because our schedules don’t allow us so or we’re simply too tired to go somewhere that we just want to lay on our couches, eat our comfort food, and watch TV. Fortunately, many streaming services have allowed us to watch our awaited games at the comfort of our own homes, on the bus or train, or at work (just don’t let your boss see you).
Since you’re here, you’ve probably embraced the convenience of streaming live sports – and it’s nothing to be ashamed of. After all, what matters is supporting our favorite teams or athletes no matter what way. So, without further ado, we’ll be sharing the top platforms we use whenever we want to stream live sports online.
1. Sling TV
If you enjoy watching other TV channels as much as you enjoy watching sports, Sling TV is probably the most affordable service you can get. However, you will need to have a fast and stable internet connection like Dish Network Internet to enjoy watching on Sling TV. If you’re more of an NBA person, it’s better to have Sling Orange because it has ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN3, which Sling Blue doesn’t have. However, if you’re a football fan, Sling Blue may be better for you because it comes with NFL Network. You can also purchase their Sports Extra add-on if you need more, which includes FS2, Golf Channel, NHL Network, MLB Network, NBA TV, NFL RedZone, beIN Sports, and more.
2. ESPN+
ESPN is one of the biggest sports networks out there and still continues to be so, but they have adapted to the modern needs of viewers. ESPN+ is a live sports streaming service that allows you to watch your favorite games wherever you are. It costs $10.99 per month, which gives you access to LaLiga, MLB, NHL, College Football 150, and more. If your household also pays for Disney+, you can get the ESPN+ and Disney+ bundle for a discounted price.
3. fuboTV
fuboTV was the OG live sports streaming service that many people trusted after they’ve cut the cord. Unlike Sling TV, fuboTV’s plans are more diverse but are more expensive as well. They have four main plans – Pro, Elite, and Ultimate.
- Pro comes with 180 channels and over 100 sporting events for $74.99 per month.
- Elite comes with 247 channels with over 130 sporting events in 4K for $84.99 per month.
- Ultimate comes with 290 channels, and similar to Elite, over 130 sporting events in 4K.
Aside from those plans, they also offer a smaller plan called Latino, which only costs $32.99 per month for 60 channels and more than 100 sporting events. Again, this is an online streaming service that requires you to have high-speed internet connection. If your current internet plan isn’t up to this task, it’s better to look for better plans and deals, like Boost Infinite Plans or similar to that level.
4. YouTube TV
YouTube TV only gained popularity in the recent years despite being launched in 2017. Since YouTube is already an established platform, many have considered availing this TV service. For sports fans, it’s a great platform as the subscription comes with several sports channels:
- FS1
- FS2
- NFL Network
- NBA TV
- NBC Sports Network
- CBS Sports Network
- ESPN
- ESPN2
- T2
- ESPNU
- ESPNews
- Golf Channel
- SEC Network
- ACC Network
As you already know, having a speedy connection to enjoy YouTube videos, and it’s the same for YouTube TV. Regardless of whether you have DSL, fiber, or satellite internet, your connection needs to be fast, stable, and reliable so you can actually enjoy watching your favorite games or athletes live.
5.Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV is another major live streaming platform that offers a lot of sports channels. Their subscription comes with NFL Network, ESPN, ABC, FOX, and a lot more. However, they have dropped a lot of regional sports networks, so MLB fans can’t actually enjoy this streaming service. However, there are still a lot of sports channels to watch for only $75.99 per month and you can access Hulu’s on-demand library.
Final Thoughts
Watching live sports online became so much easier with these streaming services. There are a lot of streaming platforms out there, but choosing the best one that can give you a bang for your buck can make a whole lot of difference while actually allowing you to enjoy your favorite sport. Happy watching!
