ESPN+ is where North American football fans go when they want more than just the Champions League.
La Liga, Bundesliga, Eredivisie, EFL Championship, NWSL, and a range of international competitions all live inside a single monthly subscription that costs less than most cable sports add-ons.
For fans who follow European domestic league football closely through a full season, ESPN+ is the most football-dense single-platform option currently available in North America.
This guide covers every competition it carries, what the app does beyond the live broadcast, and how to get it set up on your device today.
What Football Leagues Are Available on ESPN+
ESPN+ holds live football broadcasting rights across a wide range of competitions in North America.
European Leagues
- La Liga (extensive live coverage)
- Bundesliga (extensive live coverage, shared with fuboTV)
- Eredivisie (extensive)
- EFL Championship and lower EFL divisions
- Scottish Premiership
- Primeira Liga (select matches)
International Competitions
- CONMEBOL Copa América (select matches)
- CONCACAF Gold Cup (select matches)
- UEFA Nations League (select matches)
- FIFA international windows
Women’s Football
- NWSL (full season)
- FA Women’s Super League (select)
- UEFA Women’s Champions League (select)
What ESPN+ Does Not Cover
- UEFA Champions League (Paramount+ in North America)
- UEFA Europa League (Paramount+ in North America)
- Premier League (Peacock and NBC in North America)
| Competition | Coverage Level |
|---|---|
| La Liga | Extensive live |
| Bundesliga | Extensive live |
| Eredivisie | Extensive live |
| EFL Championship | Extensive live |
| NWSL | Full season |
Key Features of the ESPN+ App
La Liga and Bundesliga depth
No other single platform in North America covers as many live La Liga and Bundesliga matches per season as ESPN+.
For fans following either league through a complete 34 or 38-matchday season, this coverage depth is the primary reason to subscribe.
All within the ESPN ecosystem
ESPN+ sits inside the main ESPN app, which means live streaming, live scores, news, stats, and analysis are all in the same place.
You do not need a separate app for match previews or post-game breakdowns when you subscribe to ESPN+.
Reliable stream quality across the season
Stream performance is consistent during regular matchday windows and the high-demand final rounds of La Liga and Bundesliga when the title race reaches its most competitive point.
On-demand replay access
Every match broadcast on ESPN+ is available on demand after the live stream ends.
The full replay library spans the complete season calendar for every competition it carries.
Multi-device support
ESPN+ works on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, PlayStation, Xbox, and major smart TV brands.
How to Download and Install the ESPN+ App Step by Step
ESPN+ is accessed through the main ESPN app, not a separate standalone application.
On Android
- Open the Google Play Store and search for ESPN.
- Install the official ESPN app from ESPN Inc.
- Open the app and tap Sign Up to create a free ESPN account.
- Navigate to Account and select Subscribe to ESPN+.
- Choose your plan and complete the payment.
- Go to the Football or Soccer section to find today’s La Liga and Bundesliga live schedule.
On iPhone or iPad
- Open the App Store and search for ESPN.
- Install the official ESPN app and open it.
- Tap Sign Up and register with your email and a password.
- Go to Account settings and tap Start ESPN+ Subscription.
- Select your plan. App Store subscriptions are billed through Apple.
- Navigate to Football to find today’s live matches.
On a Smart TV or Streaming Device
- Open the app store on your device and search for ESPN.
- Install the official ESPN app.
- Sign in with your ESPN account.
- If required, visit ESPN.com/activate on your phone, enter the code shown on your TV, and the app activates immediately.
Is ESPN+ Worth It
ESPN+ is worth it for any North American fan who follows La Liga, Bundesliga, or any combination of the other European leagues it carries through a full season.
The volume of live football across a single monthly subscription makes it one of the most cost-efficient sports streaming options available in the region.
The integration with the ESPN app means scores, news, and analysis are available alongside the live matches without switching platforms.
The key gap to know about upfront: Champions League and Europa League are not on ESPN+.
Those are exclusively on Paramount+ in North America.
For fans who follow both UEFA club competitions and European domestic leagues, ESPN+ and Paramount+ together cover the full European football calendar in the region.
