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How to Watch FS1 and FS2 Live Without Cable in 2026: Every Streaming Option Out There
FS1 and FS2 aren't channels you think about every day, but right now they matter more than usual. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is in full swing, and 34 of the tournament's 104 matches are airing on FS1 through July 19. Beyond that, FS1 carries MLB games every Saturday and Monday, NASCAR Cup Series races, college football overflow from Big Noon Saturday in the fall, Big East and Big 12 basketball, and studio staples like The Herd with Colin Cowherd. FS2 handles the overflow when live events stack up, plus niche programming like MLS, ARCA, PBC boxing, and Major League Rugby.
DIRECTV's MySports Genre Pack includes FS1, FS2, and your local FOX affiliate in most markets, alongside ESPN, TBS, TNT, MLB Network, NFL Network, Big Ten Network, and 20+ other sports channels, plus ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost. New customers can start at promo pricing with a 5-day free trial and no contract.
Here's the full breakdown.
- MySports™ Genre Pack starting at $44.99/mo. for your first 2 mos.*
- Includes 20+ sports and broadcast networks
- 5-Day Free Trial Available
What Airs on FS1 and FS2 in 2026?
FS1: The Main Event Channel
FS1 airs roughly 5,000 hours of live sports annually. The 2026 highlights:
2026 FIFA World Cup (June 11 to July 19): 34 matches on FS1, including group-stage games and primetime knockout rounds. The remaining 70 air on the main FOX broadcast network. Every USMNT group-stage match is on FOX, but without FS1 you'll miss dozens of other matchups. Every match also streams live and on-demand in 4K on FOX One.
MLB: FS1 airs 41+ regular-season games on Saturday afternoons, Monday nights, and select weeknights, all co-existing with regional broadcasts. FOX and FS1 together carry the NL Division Series, NL Championship Series, and the World Series in October. The AL postseason lives on TBS/truTV. The 2026 MLB All-Star Game airs on FOX on July 14 from Philadelphia.
NASCAR: Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series races through the spring and summer.
College Football: Big Noon Saturday overflow, plus Big 12, Big Ten, and Mountain West matchups in the fall. FOX has also acquired the rights to the 2026 Big Ten Championship Game.
College Basketball: Big East, Big 12, Big Ten, and conference tournament games.
Soccer beyond the World Cup: CONCACAF Champions League, MLS, and international friendlies.
Studio Shows: The Herd with Colin Cowherd, First Things First, Speak, and Undisputed.
FS2: The Overflow and Niche Channel
FS2 is FS1's pressure valve. When multiple live events overlap, the second event goes to FS2. It also carries additional MLS and international soccer, ARCA and IMSA racing, PBC boxing, UFC prelims, horse racing, Professional Bowlers Association, Major League Rugby, and high-stakes poker. You don't watch FS2 daily, but during the World Cup and college football Saturdays, the overflow coverage matters.
How to Watch FS1 and FS2 Live in 2026
DIRECTV MySports Genre Pack - Best Overall for Sports Fans
MySports gives you FS1, FS2, and your local FOX affiliate alongside the deepest sports channel lineup of any skinny bundle available.
- Price: $64.99 per month (promo: as low as $44.99 to $49.99 per month for the first two months, depending on current offer)
- FS1: Yes
- FS2: Yes
- Local FOX: Yes (most markets)
- Other key channels: ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, ACC Network, SEC Network, Big Ten Network, FOX Deportes, TBS, TNT, truTV, USA Network, NBC (most markets), ABC (most markets), NFL Network, MLB Network, NBA TV, NHL Network, Golf Channel, and more
- ESPN Unlimited: Included free (normally $29.99 per month standalone). Unlocks the full ESPN cable channel suite in the ESPN app, plus everything that was ESPN+ including MLB.TV add-on eligibility, PGA TOUR LIVE, and UFC content
- DVR: Unlimited Cloud DVR with nine-month retention
- Streams: Up to 20 simultaneous at home
- Free trial: 5 days
- Contract: None
Why MySports wins: It's the only option that bundles FS1, FS2, ESPN, TBS, TNT, MLB Network, and ESPN Unlimited together at this price. YouTube TV, Hulu, and Fubo all cost $15 to $25 more per month and still don't include MLB Network or ESPN Unlimited. When the World Cup kicks off in June, you'll have every FOX and FS1 match covered, plus ESPN and ABC for any other summer sports. It's a one-stop solution that lasts all year.
- MySports™ Genre Pack starting at $44.99/mo. for your first 2 mos.*
- Includes 20+ sports and broadcast networks
- 5-Day Free Trial Available
| DIRECTV MySports |
FOX One |
YouTube TV |
Hulu + Live TV |
Fubo |
Sling Blue |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $64.99 ($44.99 promo) | $19.99 | ~$82 | $89.99 | ~$79 | $50.99 |
| FS1 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| FS2 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Add-on |
| Local FOX | Yes (most markets) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Select markets |
| ESPN | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No (requires Orange) |
| TBS / TNT | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| NBC | Yes (most markets) | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Select markets |
| MLB Network | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
| NFL Network | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ESPN Unlimited / MLB.TV | Included free | No | No | No | No | No |
| Big Ten Network | Yes | $12.99 add-on | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Cloud DVR | Unlimited | Yes | Unlimited | Unlimited | 1,000 hrs | 50 hrs |
| Simultaneous Streams | 20 at home | Multiple | 3 | 2 | 10 | 3 |
| Free Trial | 5 days | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| No Contract | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Why the World Cup Makes This Decision Urgent
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off on June 11 and runs through July 19. We're deep into group-stage play right now, with knockout rounds about to begin. Matches are split across FOX (70 games) and FS1 (34 games). Every USMNT group-stage match airs on FOX, but knockout rounds and primetime fixtures land on FS1.
This is the first World Cup hosted in the United States since 1994, with games in stadiums from MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey to SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. FOX Sports is producing a record 340 hours of first-run programming. The Final airs Sunday, July 19, at 3:00 p.m. ET from MetLife Stadium on FOX with three hours of pregame and a one-hour postgame.
DIRECTV MySports covers both FOX and FS1, so you get all 104 matches between the two channels. It also carries ESPN, ABC, and TBS for MLB, NBA Summer League, and other sports between World Cup windows.
How to Sign Up for DIRECTV MySports
- Go to DIRECTV.com
- Select the MySports Genre Pack
- Create your account
- Start your 5-day free trial
- Stream through the DIRECTV app on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, smart TVs, phones, tablets, or any browser
No satellite required. No contract. No equipment fees. Cancel anytime.
FAQ
How can I watch FS1 without cable?
FS1 is a cable channel and isn't available with an antenna. You can watch FS1 live through streaming services including DIRECTV MySports ($44.99 per month promo), FOX One ($19.99 per month), YouTube TV (~$82 per month), Hulu + Live TV ($89.99 per month), Fubo (~$79 per month), or Sling TV Blue ($50.99 per month).
Does DIRECTV MySports include FS1 and FS2?
Yes. Both FS1 and FS2 are included in the DIRECTV MySports Genre Pack along with your local FOX affiliate in most markets, ESPN, TBS, TNT, NBC, MLB Network, NFL Network, and 15+ other sports channels.
What is the cheapest way to get FS1?
FOX One at $19.99 per month is the cheapest standalone option that includes FS1 and FS2. However, FOX One doesn't carry ESPN, TBS, TNT, NBC, or any non-FOX channels. DIRECTV MySports at $44.99 per month (promo price) is the cheapest option that includes FS1 alongside ESPN and the rest of the major sports channels.
Is FS1 the same as FOX?
No. FOX is a broadcast network available free with an antenna. FS1 (Fox Sports 1) is a national cable sports channel that requires a streaming service or cable subscription. Both are owned by Fox Corporation, but they carry different programming.
What is FS2?
FS2 (Fox Sports 2) is Fox's secondary sports channel that serves as an overflow network for FS1. When multiple live events overlap, the second game airs on FS2. It also carries niche sports like horse racing, bowling, rugby, combat sports, and international soccer.
Can I watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup on FS1?
Yes. FS1 carries 34 of the tournament's 104 matches, including primetime games and knockout-round matches. The remaining 70 matches air on the main FOX broadcast network. DIRECTV MySports includes both FOX and FS1.
Does FOX One include FS1 and FS2?
Yes. FOX One bundles FS1, FS2, local FOX, Fox News, Fox Business, FOX Weather, and FOX Deportes for $19.99 per month. Big Ten Network is available as an add-on for $12.99 per month.
What channel number is FS1 on DIRECTV?
FS1 is channel 219 on DIRECTV. FS2 is channel 618.
- Pricing begins at $11.99/mo
- Thousands of on-demand shows and movies
- 3 or 30 Day Free trial available
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