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
Exclusive streaming content on ESPN3 and ESPN+ (subscription required)
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.
ESPN on DIRECTV channel numbers
ESPN brings its A-game to sports broadcasting with four satellite TV channels in English, one in Spanish, and two streaming platforms with exclusive overflow content. Use your DIRECTV subscription to unlock ESPN’s deep catalog of sports content—live, or on your schedule.
On DIRECTV channels 206-209: Tune in to ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, and ESPNU on your TV dial to watch live sports as they happen, along with the ESPN family of networks’ iconic highlight and debate shows.
On-demand: Catch games and shows after they air, at your convenience. Just be sure not to check the scores.
On the ESPN app: Get exclusive written and video content from ESPN’s expert insiders.
ESPN on DIRECTV in dynamic HD
HD resolution brings the hard-hitting sports action to your living room or family room. Subscribe to ESPN packages on DIRECTV for quality so clear you can practically smell the sweat.
Frequently asked questions
Is ESPN still on DIRECTV?
Yes! In fact, DIRECTV offers four ESPN channels on live TV and two ESPN streaming channels.
To watch ESPN & ESPN2 on DIRECTV (channels 206 & 209), subscribe to DIRECTV ENTERTAINMENT.
To add ESPNews & ESPNU on DIRECTV (channels 207 & 208), subscribe to DIRECTV CHOICE™.
To stream ESPN3, subscribe to DIRECTV ENTERTAINMENT and log into the ESPN app on your mobile device/tv.
To stream ESPN+, purchase a separate subscription, then log in to the ESPN app on your mobile device/tv.
What package is ESPN on DIRECTV?
ESPN channels on DIRECTV are available in the following packages:
ENTERTAINMENT and above
ESPN, channel 206
ESPN2, channel 209
ESPN3, ESPN app streaming only
CHOICE™ and above
ESPNews, channel 207
ESPNU, channel 208
What's on ESPN right now?
To see what’s on ESPN right now, check today’s listings on your TV or online.
Navigate to your TV guide and scroll to ESPN channels 206–209
Check the schedule at espn.com
How do I get ESPN on DIRECTV Satellite?
To get ESPN and ESPN2 on DIRECTV, subscribe to any package starting with the ENTERTAINMENT package. To get ESPNU and 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.
Can I get ESPN+ on DIRECTV?
You can’t purchase an ESPN+ subscription from DIRECTV, but you can watch ESPN+ on your devices if you already have a subscription.
To subscribe to ESPN+, visit plus.espn.com and select a plan.
To stream ESPN+ on DIRECTV, open the menu on your DIRECTV Gemini or Genie device and navigate to the app store. Then download the ESPN app and sign in to unlock ESPN+ exclusive content.
What channel is ESPN+ on DIRECTV connected via satellite?
ESPN’s premium streaming service, ESPN+, has no DIRECTV channel number and isn’t included with DIRECTV packages.
DIRECTV customers who subscribe separately to ESPN+, however, can stream live on their TV via the ESPN App.* To open the ESPN App on your TV, navigate to any ESPN channel and click “SNIPE” or “ATTRACT” when prompted.
The ESPN streaming service ESPN3 has no DIRECTV channel number either. However, DIRECTV customers can stream ESPN3 live on their TV using the ESPN App*—and access is free with a DIRECTV subscription.
How much does ESPN+ cost?
For the most accurate and up-to-date pricing, visit plus.espn.com.
Although DIRECTV packages don’t include the cost of ESPN+, those who subscribe to ESPN+ can stream directly from their TVs by opening the ESPN App onscreen.* To open, visit any ESPN channel and click “SNIPE” or “ATTRACT” when prompted.
Which devices is ESPN+ supported on?
ESPN+ is supported on the following devices:
Computers
Tablets and phones
Smart TVs and select set-top boxes
Visit your device’s app store to download the free ESPN App, or visit plus.espn.com to stream from an internet browser.