The best streaming services for sports fans: From Fubo, Sling, Paramount+ and more

When it comes to streaming options, there has never been a better time to be a sports fan. There are so many choices currently available for cord-cutters, so you never have to miss a game.

Of course, the variety of plans on the market presents streamers with new questions. What is the best package for me? What will fit within my budget? What else do I get beyond live sports coverage?

Don't worry — we're here to help you make a final decision.

Here is everything you ought to know about the best streaming services for sports fans.

The best streaming services for sports fans

Best for local sports coverage: Fubo

Fubo offers several channels and add-on options. MLB, NBA, NFL and NHL games are shown on Fubo channels as well as the biggest college basketball and football matchups. It also has a free trial, so you can enjoy a test run.

While Fubo offers a robust national sports package, the regional sports networks have not been ignored. With FanDuel Sports Network, MSG Network and more, Fubo has fans covered locally.

To find out what channels are available in your area, use your ZIP code on the Fubo website.

For those looking for a Spanish-language option, the Latino subscription package offers live sports coverage in Spanish at a reduced monthly fee.

Here is a breakdown of each Fubo plan:

Pro ($64.99 per month after free trial, then $84.99 per month)

• 226 channels
• Unlimited Cloud DVR
• Watch on up to 10 screens at once

Elite ($74.99 per month after free trial, then $94.99 per month)

• 297 channels
• 4K channels
• Unlimited Cloud DVR
• Watch on up to 10 screens at once

Latino ($9.99 per month after free trial, then $14.99 per month)

• 52 channels
• Unlimited Cloud DVR
• Watch on up to two screens at once

Best value sports coverage: Sling

Sling allows viewers to watch a wide range of live professional and collegiate games and gives them the ability to customize a plan. Sling doesn't have a free trial, but there are promotional discounts for the Orange, Blue and Orange + Blue plans. Right now, you can get half off the base price of any plan for the first month.

Sling features plenty of channels that broadcast live sports as part of the Orange, Blue and Orange + Blue plans. You'll be able to watch the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB as well as college football and basketball.

Need more than that? How about some Premier League soccer, grand slam tennis, major golf tournaments, F1 and NASCAR?

Here is a breakdown of each Sling plan:

Sling Orange ($45.99 per month, $23 for first month)

• 34 total channels
• Access to Disney channels like ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN3
• 50 hours of DVR
• Stream on one device at a time

Sling Blue ($45.99 per month, $23 for first month)

• 43 total channels
• Access to channels like FS1, NFL Network, truTV and USA Network
• 50 hours of DVR
• Stream on three devices at a time

Sling Orange + Blue ($60.99 per month, $30.50 for first month)

• 46 total channels
• Most comprehensive package
• 50 hours of DVR
• Stream on four devices at a time

Best for streaming soccer: Paramount+

Paramount+ gives subscribers the ability to watch basketball, football, golf and soccer, and they won't have to break the bank in order to follow along with the latest sporting events. And when you want to switch up your viewing habits, there is an incredible library of shows and movies at your disposal.

Paramount+ does have a free trial, so new subscribers can enjoy it for one week before making a payment.

Here is a breakdown of each Paramount+ plan:

Paramount+ Essential ($7.99 per month, $59.99 per year)

• 40,000-plus episodes and movies
• NFL on CBS and UEFA Champions League
• Stream on three devices at a time
• Limited ads

Paramount+ with Showtime ($12.99 per month, $119.99 per year)

• Everything in Paramount+ Essential
• Stream CBS for live sporting events
• Download shows and movies
• Access to Showtime Originals
• No ads except for live TV

Best for streaming college and combat sports: ESPN+

ESPN+ is the home for live sports, including college basketball, MLB, NHL and UFC as well as the entire 30 for 30 library. It can be purchased by itself or as part of the Disney Bundle (ESPN+, Disney+ and Hulu).

ESPN+ is not offering a free trial. However, it does not require you to sign a contract or commit to a specific plan, so you can start or stop your service anytime.

Here is a breakdown of each ESPN+ plan:

ESPN+ ($11.99 per month, $119.99 per year)

• Live sports, including college basketball, MLB, NHL and UFC
• Original shows and movies
• Access to ESPN+ premium articles

Disney Bundle ($16.99 per month for Basic Trio, $26.99 per month for Premium Trio)

• Basic Trio: ESPN+ (with ads), Disney+ (with ads), Hulu (with ads)
• Premium Trio: ESPN+ (with ads), Disney+ (no ads), Hulu (no ads)

Pay-per-view events ($79.99 per event)

• Exclusive live UFC events

Other top streaming services for sports fans

• DAZN: If you want to watch some of the biggest boxing battles and MMA matchups of the year, you simply have to become a DAZN subscriber.
• Peacock: Peacock has plenty of sports coverage, but a subscription also gives you access to some of the best shows and movies on any streaming service.
• Apple TV+: Sports, shows, movies — Apple TV+ will never lack original, exciting content on its homepage.