Watch ESPN on DIRECTV

Get your sports fix with ESPN on DIRECTV

All year long, sports fans of all ages tune in to ESPN for live games, news, and analysis surrounding the most popular sports in America.

Live sporting events, including Monday Night Football, ESPN College Football, and NBA Fridays
News and highlights on SportsCenter and entertainment from shows like First Take and Pardon the Interruption

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ESPN packages on DIRECTV

Start with the ENTERTAINMENT package to watch ESPN and ESPN2. Upgrade to CHOICE™ for the full ESPN suite of channels, including ESPNews and ESPNU, perfect for sports fans and aspiring athletes of all ages.

DIRECTV ENTERTAINMENT

89.99/mo*

for 24 months. ($99.99/mo. w/$10/mo. Gemini lease fee) Cancel anytime.

Price guaranteed for first 2 years!
90+ channels, including essentials like AMC, CNN, Disney Channel, ESPN & ESPN2, Nickelodeon & more
Local channels are included at no extra cost, where available^§
Enjoy your first three months of premium channels on us: HBO Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME^®, STARZ^®, MGM+^™ and Cinemax^®. That’s a $185+ value!²
Stream Disney+, Hulu and ESPN Unlimited Plan on us.³

DIRECTV CHOICE^™

94.99/mo.*

for 24 months
($128.98/mo. w/ req’d Regional Sports Fee of up to $23.99/mo. & $10/mo. Gemini lease fee). Cancel anytime.

See offer details

Price guaranteed for first 2 years!
125+ channels, including specialty sports: Big Ten Network, MLB Network, NBA TV & more
Regional sports, with in-market RSNs, and local channels included, where available^§
Enjoy your first three months of premium channels on us: HBO Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME^®, STARZ^®, MGM+^™ and Cinemax^®. That’s a $185+ value!²
Stream Disney+, Hulu and ESPN Unlimited Plan on us.³

DIRECTV ULTIMATE

124.99/mo.*

for 24 months
($158.98/mo. w/ req’d Regional Sports Fee of up to $23.99/mo. & $10/mo. Gemini lease fee). Cancel anytime.
See offer details

Price guaranteed for first 2 years!
160+ channels, including more sports & movies: CBS Sports Network, Discovery Family, NHL Network, STARZ Encore & more
Regional sports, with in-market RSNs, and local channels included, where available^§
Enjoy your first three months of premium channels on us: HBO Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME^®, STARZ^®, MGM+^™ and Cinemax^®. That’s a $185+ value!²
Stream Disney+, Hulu and ESPN Unlimited Plan on us.³

DIRECTV PREMIER^™

169.99/mo.*

for 24 months
($203.98/mo. w/ req’d Regional Sports Fee of up to $23.99/mo. & Gemini $10/mo. lease). Cancel anytime.
See offer details

Price guaranteed for first 2 years!
185+ channels, including the top-rated premium networks: HBO Max, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME^®, STARZ^®, and Cinemax^®—our biggest & best package!
Regional sports, with in-market RSNs, and local channels included, where available^§
Enjoy your first three months of MGM+^™ on us!²
Stream Disney+, Hulu and ESPN Unlimited Plan on us.³

*New approved residential customers only. Service renews monthly unless you cancel. Cancel anytime. Add’l fees may apply to non-qualified customers. Device subject to Equipment Lease agmt. Add’l fee(s) may apply if equip. not returned. Credit card req’d. Restr’s apply. ^§Some local channels not available in select markets. ²w/eligible pkg. Must select offers. Premiums included for first 3 mos., then auto-renew monthly at then-prevailing rates unless canceled (curr. $18.49/mo. for HBO Max, $13.99/mo. for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, $11.99/mo. for STARZ, $10.99/mo. for Cinemax, and $7.99/mo. for MGM+). Cancel anytime. Offer not avail. to existing DIRECTV or U-verse TV customers. Offer subj. to change. ³This will not replace any existing Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Plan, or Disney bundle subscription you may already have. Must be 18+.All other accounts must be managed separately. You must remain on an eligible plan to retain your offer.

ESPN on DIRECTV channel numbers

ESPN DIRECTV channels 206–209. ESPN on DIRECTV gives you access to live sports, breaking news, expert analysis, and original programming. With four ESPN channels in English and one in Spanish, you can follow your favorite teams, leagues, and events live or watch on your schedule.

ESPN live on DIRECTV

Tune in to ESPN on DIRECTV channels 206–209 to watch live games, breaking sports news, expert analysis, and must-see events as they happen.

On-demand

Get on-demand access to full episodes of ESPN’s flagship daily programming, matches, events, and tournaments with the ESPN Unlimited Plan.

Channel Name	Channel Number	DIRECTV Package Availability
ESPN on DIRECTV	Channel number 206	ENTERTAINMENT and above
ESPN2 on DIRECTV	Channel number 209	ENTERTAINMENT and above
ESPNews on DIRECTV	Channel number 207	CHOICE and above
ESPNU on DIRECTV	Channel number 208	CHOICE and above
ESPN Deportes on DIRECTV	Channel number 466	ÓPTIMO MÁS and above
ESPN3 on DIRECTV	Streaming only	ENTERTAINMENT and above

Get More Sports with

ESPN Unlimited Plan included

Take your sports experience beyond live TV with the ESPN Unlimited Plan, included at no additional cost³ for eligible DIRECTV customers. Get access to live events, original content, in-depth coverage, and on-demand programming from ESPN's growing streaming library.

With more sports, more content, and more ways to watch, the ESPN Unlimited Plan helps you get even more from your DIRECTV subscription.

³This will not replace any existing ESPN Unlimited subscription you may already have. All other accounts must be managed separately. You must remain on an eligible plan to retain your offer. Must be 18+.

Frequently asked questions about ESPN channels

Is ESPN on DIRECTV?

Yes! In fact, DIRECTV offers four ESPN channels in English and one in Spanish in different TV package options:

ESPN: Channel 206 (HD)
ESPN2: Channel 209
ESPNEWS: Channel 207
ESPNU: Channel 208
ESPN Deportes: Channel 466

What packages include ESPN on DIRECTV?

ESPN channels on DIRECTV are available in the following packages:

ENTERTAINMENT and above

ESPN, channel 206
ESPN2, channel 209
ESPN3 (Streaming)
ESPNU, channel 208

CHOICE™ and above

ESPNews, channel 207

MÁS LATINO and above

ESPN Deportes, channel 466

MÁS ULTRA and above

ESPN2, channel 209
ESPNews, channel 207

How do I get ESPN on DIRECTV Satellite?

To get ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPNU on DIRECTV, subscribe to any package starting with the ENTERTAINMENT package. To get ESPNews on DIRECTV, subscribe to the CHOICE package or above.

DIRECTV customers get the same ESPN packages whether they subscribe to Satellite or Streaming packages.

What channel is ESPN on DIRECTV Satellite?

DIRECTV ESPN channel numbers:

ESPN on channel 206
ESPN2 on channel 209
ESPNews on channel 207
ESPNU on channel 208

Customers get the same ESPN DIRECTV channels whether they subscribe to satellite or streaming.

Is ESPN available on DIRECTV streaming?

Yes, ESPN is included in all DIRECTV streaming packages. Choose the lineup that fits your game:

ENTERTAINMENT Package: Includes ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPNU for your core live sports and studio shows.
CHOICE Package & Above: Adds ESPNEWS for deep-dive college and specialty coverage.
Bonus: The ESPN Unlimited Plan is included at no extra cost on accounts in good standing that stream DIRECTV via a Gemini on a Signature package. (Excluding ÓPTIMO MÁS)

How much does ESPN cost?

The ESPN Unlimited Plan is included with eligible DIRECTV packages, giving you access to live games, sports news, analysis, and exclusive events. With packages starting at

89.99/mo*

for 24 months. ($99.99/mo. w/$10/mo. Gemini lease fee) Cancel anytime.
See offer details

DIRECTV makes it easy to watch ESPN and other top sports channels without needing a separate ESPN subscription.

Which devices support ESPN?

You can watch ESPN on DIRECTV across a variety of compatible devices, including smart TVs, streaming devices, smartphones, tablets, and computers.

With the DIRECTV app, you can stream ESPN live at home or on the go, so you never miss games, highlights, or breaking sports news.

^^Available only in the U.S. (excl. Puerto Rico and U.S.V.I.). Limited to up to 3 concurrent streams.

Is ESPN Unlimited Plan included with my DIRECTV package?

ESPN Unlimited Plan is included at no extra cost³for eligible DIRECTV customers with accounts in good standing. Eligibility includes:

DIRECTV satellite customers whose base package includes ESPN (channel 206).
DIRECTV streaming customers subscribed to the MySports^®️ or MySports^®️ & MyNews^®️ Duo Genre Packs.
DIRECTV Signature Package customers who stream through a Gemini device (excluding OPTIMO MAS).

Eligible customers can activate DIRECTV ESPN Unlimited Plan in their Account Overview or via the activation link sent by email from DIRECTV.