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BEST ALTERNATIVES FOR CORD CUTTERS TO WATCH LIVE SPORTS

By Kendall Jenkins on 2022-05-27 17:01:00

The moment you turn on your television, you know there is something to watch. Be it entertainment, movie, sports, news, or weather updates, all types of channels are available. Especially, if you have a cable TV subscription like Mediacom that brings a huge channel lineup. Apart from offering English channels, Mediacom Spanish Channels are available in abundance. 

If you are a sports fan, you might know the excitement when live sports coverage is going to be aired in a moment. But if you are a cord-cutter, you might not be able to watch sports coverage because most of the streaming platforms only offer a limited number of titles. Most of the streaming services don’t even offer live TV channels that allow you to watch sports. 

However, a streaming service does not mean you can’t watch live sports coverage at all. As many streaming services are being released, finding one offering sports channels is not difficult anymore. If you are not in the mood of spending your time researching the best sports streaming platforms, then keep reading the post until the end. 

You will find some of the most affordable and best sports streaming platforms. Let’s dive straight into it without further delay. 

DirecTV Stream

DirecTV Stream is the best streaming platform for all those who love to watch live sports. When it comes to cable TV, you might pay a hefty fee to keep yourself hooked to the television screen and watch live sports. Although DirecTV Stream is more costly than most streaming providers, still you don’t have to worry about any hidden charges, contractual obligations, and equipment fees. The basic plan costs you $70 per month. 

DirecTV Stream brings some of the most popular networks including TBS, ESPN, FS1, and TNT. However, if you opt for a choice plan that costs you $90 per month, most of the RSN and major league channels will be available. Some of the worth mentioning networks are NBA TV and Big Ten Network. You can also view the channel lineup to see which channels are available in your area. 

ESPN Plus

ESPN is a great name when it comes to sports coverage. No matter what sports you love to watch, there is always something being aired on ESPN to get you updated about live coverage. ESPN Plus is a streaming platform that costs $7 per month. But you could save if you buy its annual plan that costs around $70 per year. Some of the sports you can watch include NHL Hockey, Baseball, and soccer games. 

The streaming platform has invested greatly in different soccer leagues including LaLiga and Bundesliga. Moreover, if you are a fan of English soccer, ESPN Plus has got you covered. Never miss a goal or any league with ESPN Plus. 

Fubo TV

When it comes to streaming platforms, fubo TV has a special place among sports fans. Without worrying about any hidden charges and on top of it you will be getting a cloud DVR for recording your favorite programs. The pro plan comes with a price of $69.99 per month while the elite plan costs you $79.99 per month. 

The pro plan includes 113 channels, 1000 hours of DVR recording, and 10 screens on one profile. While the elite plan offers 166 channels along with fubo extra which includes 44 more channels. You will also be getting 9 extra news channels, offering more than what you could get in a streaming service. Moreover, you will also get loads of movies and TV series on top of live channels. Fubo TV is compatible with all devices including iOS, Android, Smart TVs, and many more. 

Hulu + Live TV

Hulu + Live TV offers everything for movies lovers, binge-watchers, and sports fans. It does not offer as many league-owned channels as compared to other streaming platforms. However, you will be surprised to know that Hulu + Live TV automatically includes ESPN Plus subscription. 

The cost of Hulu + Live TV is just $70 per month along with four RSNs including all well-known networks such as FS1, FS2, TBS, and ESPN. Moreover, you will also get the NFL network, but the add-on does not include any tennis channels, MLB, NBA, or NHL. 

YouTube TV

YouTube TV is a great alternative to cable TV subscription that offers live channels along with other on-demand content. For only $65 per month, YouTube TV offers plenty of sports channels including ESPN, FS1, FS2, and many more. Moreover, the standard plan offers every league channel without including the NHL network. 

Also, there is a Sports Plus package, which might be a turn-off for many as it does not offer more than NFL Red Zone and Bein. If you want to avoid any hidden charges, contractual obligations, or equipment rentals, YouTube TV is the best choice for cord-cutters. 

Summing Up

With so many platforms and options to go for, the aforementioned sports streaming platforms are best for cord-cutters. You can switch to a streaming service if you are tired of paying a hefty subscription and contract fee.

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