ESPN may launch ESPN standalone app earlier than expected
ESPN

ESPN may launch ESPN standalone app earlier than expected

Disney has been publicly discussing a decision to transition ESPN to a standalone app for months now. The massive company currently owns an 80% majority stake in the traditional sports television network. As broadcasting continues a shift towards streaming, Disney is clearly looking at shaking things up at ESPN. Disney/ESPN was recently deadlocked in negotiations […]

ESPN

/ 3 days ago

ESPN may launch ESPN standalone app earlier than expected

Disney has been publicly discussing a decision to transition ESPN to a standalone app for months now. The massive company currently owns an 80% majority stake in the traditional sports television network. As broadcasting continues a shift towards streaming, Disney is clearly looking at shaking things up at ESPN. Disney/ESPN was recently deadlocked in negotiations […]
ByChris Moore

Amazon

/ 31 days ago

Amazon in discussions with Disney over ESPN partnership

It was revealed earlier in the month that Disney was looking for a partner to help invest in ESPN. Disney CEO Bob Iger claimed that although his company wants to keep the sports network, they will likely need help with it. Exploring this avenue could result in various scenarios. Reuters is now reporting that Disney […]
ByChris Moore

ESPN

/ 40 days ago

LaLiga brings new audiovisual experience to live broadcasts

LaLiga is looking to separate itself with its viewing experience. In doing so, it hopes to challenge the Premier League, which it sees as its principal rival when it comes to competition for global viewers. Even if the era of Messi and Ronaldo is gone and Spanish clubs are not dominating as they did in […]
ByKyle Fansler

ESPN

/ 41 days ago

Kane to Bundesliga: Can ESPN move the needle?

Will Harry Kane's arrival in the Bundesliga move the needle with the popularity of the German league across the United States? We discuss, but we also dive into several related topics. For instance, is ESPN ready to promote the Bundesliga with as much attention that they've given to LaLiga? Does ESPN have the talent they […]
ByChristopher Harris

ABC TV

/ 42 days ago

Bundesliga opening weekend features bonus of game on ABC

ESPN's opening weekend of the 2023/24 Bundesliga season has two added bonuses. In addition to every game all season long being available on ESPN+ (per usual), there's big news. Saturday's Borussia Dortmund versus Köln match is also on ABC and ESPN Deportes. Plus, as we first reported, this Saturday will see the launch of the […]
ByChristopher Harris

ESPN+

/ 53 days ago

Bundesliga fans' wishes come true: ESPN+ launches whip-around show

The wishes of Bundesliga fans have come true. Germany's Bundesliga is making a new whip-around show available to its international TV partners including ESPN+. For the first time, services showing the Bundesliga around the world have access to the league’s multicast of matches that kickoff simultaneously on Saturdays as well as weekday rounds. The German […]
ByEd Perovic

ESPN

/ 77 days ago

El Clásico and Soccer Champions Tour to air on ESPN networks

Sources tell World Soccer Talk that the Soccer Champions Tour has found a home on ESPN networks this summer. The 2023 tournament features a slew of friendlies involving many of the top teams in Europe. For example, Manchester United, Arsenal, AC Milan and Juventus. Also, Barcelona and Real Madrid play out their third Clásico in […]
ByKyle Fansler

ESPN+

/ 91 days ago

ESPN+ to stream Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham League Cup game

Wrexham fans in the United States will get an early look at the team in action for the 2023/24 season. The Red Dragons are set to start their next campaign back in the English Football League (EFL) on August 5th against Milton Keynes Dons. However, Wrexham's Carabao Cup matchup with Wigan three days later will […]
ByChris Moore

ESPN

/ 94 days ago

LaLiga 2023/24 season opens August 11 with coverage on ESPN

The LaLiga 2023/24 campaign is all set to get going in August. The season openers take place on the weekend of August 11-13th, with ESPN once again providing exclusive coverage in English and Spanish for views in the US. Key games from the first matchday include reigning champions FC Barcelona visiting Getafe, and Real Madrid […]
ByDerek Reese

ESPN

/ 131 days ago

Disney to offer ESPN TV channel on streaming in future per WSJ

Disney's flagship ESPN TV channel is going to be an offering for streaming services in the near future, per a report in the Wall Street Journal. While there is currently no timetable for when the main ESPN channel is available as a stand-alone streaming channel, it does indicate the progression of cord-cutting in the United […]
ByKyle Fansler

Apple TV

/ 133 days ago

MLS Season Pass vs other streaming services: A comparison

From 2023 on, MLS Season Pass is the only way fans can watch every MLS match. Whether you're a casual fan or a hardcore supporter who doesn't miss a match from your favorite club, MLS Season Pass is where you'll be watching. But it's not the only soccer streaming option out there. For the casual […]
ByDerek Reese