In this space, you’ll find information on the best sports events streaming each week, get some context for the action, and find out how to stream it all securely and in blazing-fast HD.
How to watch live sports with a VPN
No matter your allegiance, we know you want to watch your team in blazing-fast HD, free of buffering and content-based throttling from your ISP, school, or office network. To live sports securely with ExpressVPN, just follow these easy steps:
- Get ExpressVPN.
- Connect to a server location that matches the broadcaster you want to watch. For example, American sports fans can connect to a U.S. server to securely watch the coverage carried by U.S. streaming services.
- Head to your preferred streaming platform, such as Sling TV, Hulu, Fubo, YouTube TV, ESPN+, or DirecTV Stream.
- Tune in to the action!
Can I use a VPN to watch sports from another country?
ExpressVPN is a privacy and security service and should not be used as a means of copyright circumvention. We cannot see or control what you do while connected to our VPN, so you are responsible for complying with our Terms of Service, your content provider’s terms, and any applicable laws.
Marathons: Boston Marathon and London Marathon
Two marathons in one week? Sign us up! Well, maybe not, as we’d rather comfortably watch the Boston Marathon and London Marathon with our ExpressVPN subscription. Evans Chebet looks to become only the fifth athlete in history to win three consecutive Boston Marathons.
Viewing schedule:
Boston Marathon begins Monday, April 15, at 8:30 a.m. ET / 1:30 p.m BST
London Marathon begins Sunday, April 21, at 8:30 a.m. local time / 3:30 a.m. ET
Our favorite way to watch with a VPN: A YouTube TV subscription grants U.S. viewers access to ESPN, which will air the Boston Marathon. Those in select U.S. regions, including the Boston area, can watch the live feed on local news affiliates. United Kingdom residents can watch the Boston Marathon on Eurosport, and they can live stream the London Marathon for free on BBC iPlayer.
MLB: Astros vs. Braves
Major League Baseball’s pitching injury epidemic has struck the Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves in recent weeks, sending Justin Verlander, Framber Valdez, and Spencer Strider to the injured list. Although we expect both teams to survive the rash of ailments and play postseason ball come October, we’ll see if this week’s three-game set is indeed a World Series preview. Check out our MLB page for a complete list of nationally-televised games to watch.
Viewing schedule:
Astros vs. Braves – Tuesday, April 16, 8:10 p.m. ET / 1:10 a.m. BST
Braves vs. Rangers – Friday, April 19, 7:20 p.m. ET / 12:20 a.m. BST
Giants vs. Diamondbacks – Friday, April 19, 10:15 p.m. ET / 3:15 a.m. BST
Dodgers vs. Mets – Saturday, April 20, 4:05 p.m. ET / 9:05 p.m. BST
Our favorite way to watch with a VPN: MLB.TV International is back for 2024, and it remains the best way to watch every game without worrying about blackouts. Fubo and DirecTV Stream each offer select regional sports networks, MLB Network, and a free trial! Additionally, AppleTV+ will exclusively air Friday’s Astros–Braves and Giants–Diamondbacks games, though fans can still hear the radio feed through MLB.tv.
NBA: Play-In Tournament and Playoffs
The road to the NBA Finals officially enters its next chapter Tuesday night, as LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers headline the eight teams competing in the Play-In Tournament. Saturday brings us playoff basketball proper as Jayson Tatum‘s Boston Celtics, Nikola Jokić’s Denver Nuggets, and more teams set their eyes on capturing the Larry O’Brien Trophy. Check out our NBA hub for more info on this year’s postseason!
Viewing schedule:
Play-In Tournament coverage begins Tuesday, April 16, at 7:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 a.m. BST
NBA Playoffs begin Saturday, April 20, at TBD
Our favorite way to watch with a VPN: NBA League Pass International will have full coverage of every NBA postseason game through the Finals. U.S. residents should catch the action on YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream, which offer free trials and every channel airing NBA playoff games.
NHL Playoffs
If the NBA playoffs aren’t enough for you, how about hitting the ice for the NHL postseason? Hart Memorial Trophy favorite Nathan MacKinnon and the Colorado Avalanche seek their fourth title in team history, though they may need to hold off Connor McDavid‘s dangerous Edmonton Oilers in the Western Conference. Back East, can anyone stop Matthew Tkachuk and the Florida Panthers, who hope to reach the Stanley Cup Finals for the second straight year?
Viewing schedule:
NHL Playoffs begin Saturday, April 21, at TBD
Our favorite way to watch with a VPN: Canadian hockey fans can watch select NHL playoff games for free on CBC Gem. United Kingdom residents can tune into every playoff game on Viaplay. Those in the U.S. should stick with YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream, which will have every channel airing postseason games through the Stanley Cup Finals.
Cycling: Liège–Bastogne–Liège
A stellar spring for cycling fans continues Sunday when the annual Liège–Bastogne–Liège occurs in Belgium. Will Remco Evenepoel become the first rider since Eddy Merckx (1971-73) to win the event in three consecutive years?
Viewing schedule:
Liège–Bastogne–Liège begins Sunday, April 21, at 8:45 a.m. local time / 2:45 a.m. ET
Our favorite way to watch with a VPN: Users in select regions, including Australia (SBS), Belgium (RTBF), France (France TV), and Switzerland (Play SRF) can live stream the 2024 Liège–Bastogne–Liège for free. U.S. residents can watch the race on Peacock.
ExpressVPN is a VPN service not intended to be used as a means of copyright circumvention. Please read the ExpressVPN Terms of Service and your content provider’s Terms of Use for more details.
FAQ for streaming sports
Can I stream sports on my computer?
Can I stream sports on my phone or tablet?
Yes. ExpressVPN has apps for every major mobile device, including iOS and Android.
How can I stream on my TV with a VPN?
In brief there are five different ways to stream sports on your TV with ExpressVPN:
- With the native app for a smart TV or streaming device
- By streaming on your computer and connecting to the TV with an HDMI cable
- By mirroring or casting wirelessly to your TV or streaming device from your computer or mobile device
- By connecting to an ExpressVPN-enabled router, which allows for unlimited devices and makes it super simple to connect to different server locations simultaneously
- With MediaStreamer, ExpressVPN’s solution for devices that cannot install a VPN, such as some streaming consoles and gaming consoles. MediaStreamer only needs to be set up once, although it does not provide the full security benefits of a VPN.
For more information on all the ways to get ExpressVPN on your big-screen TV, click here or contact a 24/7 Support agent for step-by-step instructions.
I connected to the suggested VPN server location but I can’t log in to the streaming service!
No worries! Server load changes rapidly (especially when lots of people are trying to watch certain events), but that’s exactly why ExpressVPN has high-speed servers all over the world. If you’re trying to access a site in the U.S. or Germany, for instance, try connecting to a different server location in those countries.
If you’re trying to connect to a country with one server location, the first step is to check your location settings. If you’re on a mobile device, disconnect from the VPN, turn off location services, then connect to the VPN again. On both Windows and Mac computers, you can turn off Location Services within the Privacy & Security settings menu.
For more help, you can always talk to a member of our Support Team, available 24/7 by live chat.
I connected to the VPN but my internet speed is slow
If your internet speed is slow or your streaming seems to lag, there are a few possible reasons:
-The distance of your selected VPN server location from your physical location
-Your connection type (wired connections are more reliable than wireless connections)
-Suboptimal interconnectivity between the VPN and your ISP
-Slow internet connection speed at your location
-Your device type and processing power
Try each of the following steps to troubleshoot:
-Download the latest version of ExpressVPN
-Connect to a different VPN server location
-Change your VPN protocol
If you try each of the above and are still experiencing issues with your streaming speed, contact the ExpressVPN Support Team 24/7 and someone will be with you in seconds.
What other streaming services can I watch with ExpressVPN?
ExpressVPN works seamlessly with all the most popular streaming apps from around the world. Using a VPN for streaming ensures you watch securely in blazing-fast HD with unlimited bandwidth, free from ISP throttling (which can sometimes slow down speeds). If you want to watch your favorite team from anywhere—even while traveling or on unsecured networks like public Wi-Fi—ExpressVPN is a great way to enhance your sports streaming experience.
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