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.
NBA Playoffs
The NBA Playoffs are in full swing, with the Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics, and Denver Nuggets among the clubs recording early victories over the weekend. Which teams will put themselves in a position to advance to the semifinals over the coming days? Check out our NBA hub for more info on this year’s postseason!
Viewing schedule:
NBA Playoffs continue Monday, April 22, at 7 p.m. ET / 12 a.m. BST
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
It’s been over 30 years since a Canadian club won the Stanley Cup Finals. Connor McDavid‘s Edmonton Oilers and Auston Matthews‘s Toronto Maple Leafs hope to break the Great White North‘s unfortunate drought, a journey that starts with difficult first-round tests against the Los Angeles Kings and Boston Bruins, respectively.
Viewing schedule:
NHL Playoffs continue Monday, April 22, at 7 p.m. ET / 12 a.m. BST
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: Tour de Romandie
Six riders, including Slovenian standout Primož Roglič (2018-19), have won consecutive Tour de Romandie events. Let’s see if Adam Yates, who triumphed over Matteo Jorgenson and Damiano Caruso last April, joins the club this spring.
Viewing schedule:
Tour de Romandie begins Tuesday, April 23, at 1:25 p.m. local time / 7:25 a.m. ET
Our favorite way to watch with a VPN: Switzerland users can live stream the 2024 Tour de Romandie for free on Play SRF. U.S. and Canadian residents can watch the race on FloBikes, while United Kingdom viewers can catch the action on Eurosport.
MotoGP: Spanish GP
If you’re a Formula 1 fan tired of Max Verstappen‘s dominance, turn your eyes to MotoGP, where three different riders have won the season’s first three races. Will that streak continue at Circuito de Jerez?
Viewing schedule:
Practice – Friday, April 26, 3 p.m. local time / 9 a.m. ET / 10 a.m. BST
Qualifying – Saturday, April 27, 10:50 a.m. local time / 4:50 a.m. ET / 5:50 a.m. BST
Sprint – Sunday, April 28, 3 p.m. local time / 9 a.m. ET / 10 a.m. BST
Our favorite way to watch with a VPN: Australian viewers can catch every MotoGP race live on ServusTV. U.S. residents can tune in on TruTV via YouTube TV or Fubo.
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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