It is fair to say that sports fans have never had it so good when it comes to watching live-action.
The launch of satellite and cable television services transformed the live sports landscape and things have undoubtedly moved on apace since then.
Streaming platforms are now all the rage, but knowing which ones to use can be tricky. We’ve saved you time and effort by picking out six of our favorites.
fuboTV
A quick look at this highlights that fuboTV has come a long way since it was first launched in 2015.
With more than one million subscribers in North America alone, fuboTV is now firmly established as one of the best live streaming platforms in the business.
In addition to streams of top-class soccer, fuboTV offers live coverage of loads of other sports including American Football, basketball, ice hockey, and many more.
Live sports streams are available on fuboTV via monthly subscription on the web or dedicated apps for iOS, Apple TV, Android, Fire TV, , and Roku devices.
beINSPORTS
When a company markets itself as a ‘World-Class Sports Network’, it would have to be pretty stupid not to deliver outstanding service.
Thankfully the beIN SPORTS CONNECT streaming platform lives up to expectations, offering fans around the clock coverage of live sports.
Their soccer coverage is particularly impressive, with the Champions League, Premier League, Ligue 1, and La Liga among a plethora of competitions covered.
beIN SPORTS CONNECT can be accessed via the website, mobile app, Apple TV, Android TV, and selected smart televisions.
LiveScore
Initially launched as a site featuring live updates from a handful of sports, LiveScore has become more of an all-rounder in recent times.
The LiveScore app offers fans access to loads of soccer streams from the Bundesliga, Serie A, Eredivisie, and many more top-class leagues.
However, where they really excel is in offering streams of leagues from around the world that are generally unavailable elsewhere.
With loads of news videos and featured analysis to support the live coverage, LiveScore is a superb option for every soccer fan.
Sling TV
If you are a fan of North American sports, Sling TV’s structured subscription packages offer an ideal way to access your favorite teams and leagues.
The base package features three ESPN channels, Stadium and TNT, while NFL Network and NBC Sports can be added if you jump up to the next level.
If you really fancy pushing the boat out it is possible to add NBA TV, beIN SPORTS, and NHL Network to your package, making Sling TV one of the best options for sports fans who want to cut the cord.
With around 2.5 million subscribers to its name, Sling TV is clearly offering what fans want from a sports streaming platform.
First Row Sports
If you would rather avoid paying subscriptions for live sports streams, First Row Sports is one of the most reliable platforms you can use.
The site initially had a strong focus on soccer streams but has branched out to incorporate several more sports in recent years.
These include basketball, American Football, boxing, mixed martial arts, motorsports, ice hockey, tennis, and many more.
All events are listed by start time, with working streams added to each one as they become available.
YouTube TV
Many experts would argue that we have saved the best for last here, with YouTube TV now firmly established as a major player in the live sports streaming sector.
The three ESPN channels, NBC Sports and CBS Sports are all featured on the platform, giving subscribers loads of live action from the biggest competitions.
YouTube TV also offers subscribers the opportunity of adding sports-specific channels, meaning you can tailor your package to suit your individual needs.
The service is available on Chromecast, Apple TV, iOS, Android, Roku, Fire TV, selected smart televisions, game consoles, and more.
Conclusion
Whether you go down the route of subscription services or free streaming sites, the platforms we’ve highlighted deliver loads of live sports action.
If you decide to take out a subscription don’t be afraid to haggle on price, as there are plenty of good deals to be had if you shop around.
For anyone that comes across geo-blocked content, using is the perfect way to circumnavigate this issue.