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How To Watch FS1 & FS2 Without Cable
FS1 and FS2 are available through many cable and streaming service providers. If you want to stream FS1, you have several top streaming services to choose from, with a plan that likely costs less than a cable package and allows you to cancel at any time.
Another benefit to streaming Fox Sports 1 and Fox Sports 2 is that you don’t have to watch your game at home. You can be on the go and still catch your favorite teams and games, thanks to apps with compatibility with phones and other mobile devices.
What are FS1 & FS2?
FS1 and FS2 are TV channels owned by Fox Sports Media Group, a division of the overall Fox Corp. FS1 features a wide range of live sports programming, including MLB and soccer games, NASCAR races, golf tournaments and college football and basketball games. FS2 features some of the same types of programming, along with more niche sports like motorcycle races, horse racing, boxing and surfing.
When you watch FS1, you’ll find a variety of studio shows that provide expert analysis of the sports world. Among these are “Skip and Shannon: Undisputed” with award-winning journalist, TV host and author Skip Bayless; and three-time Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe. A few of the other studio shows available through the FS1 stream are “The Herd with Colin Cowherd,” which offers expert analysis; “First Things First,” with highlights, commentary and analysis; and “NASCAR Race Hub,” with the latest news on the country’s most popular auto racing property.
Which streaming services offer FS1 & FS2?
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How to watch FS1 & FS2 with DIRECTV STREAM
DIRECTV STREAM offers four packages, ranging in price from $79.99 to $164.99 a month. There is a free trial available, for those who want to test out the service before committing to a monthly subscription. The number of channels available starts at more than 65 to 140-plus.
Each plan allows for three simultaneous streams if you’re away from your home base, but unlimited streams at home. Each plan also offers unlimited cloud DVR storage. Access to regional sports networks (RSNs) is included in the Entertainment, Choice and Ultimate plans for an additional fee. Premium channels, such as HBO, Showtime and Starz, are available at an additional rate for the first three plans. But all premium services are included in the Premier plan at no additional charge.
What sports offerings does DIRECTV Stream provide?
Every DIRECTV STREAM plan includes some of sports fans’ favorite channels. In addition to the FS1 live stream, these include ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, Golf Channel, MLB Network, NBA TV and the Tennis Channel. Additional sports channels in the Choice plan are the ACC Network, Big Ten Network, ESPN News, Fanduel TV, Motor Trend and the SEC Network. The Ultimate and Premier packages go even further, also including the CBS Sports Network, FS2, NHL Network, Sportsman Channel and TUDN.
More than 30 regional sports networks are available through DIRECTV STREAM, including Bally Sports and SportsNet. The availability of specific RSNs and their programming depends on your region of the country.
Local networks — ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC, PBS and MyTV — are available through DIRECTV STREAM. This gives viewers access to sports events, such as NFL games, aired in their local viewing area.
DIRECTV STREAM is best for people who want a lot of choice and variety in their viewing. With four plans, viewers can choose the plan that best fits their entertainment needs and their budgets. It’s great for families that also have an interest in children’s programming, news, movies and more.
How to watch FS1 & FS2 with Fubo
Fubo offers three packages that cost between $75 and $100 a month, with the number of channels ranging from 163 to 242. Each plan offers a seven-day free trial. Every plan also allows for 10 simultaneous screens if you’re away from home and an unlimited number when you’re at home. Additionally, 1,000 hours of cloud DVR space come with each plan.
Showtime and Starz are available for an additional fee in the Pro and Elite Plans. The Ultimate plan includes Showtime, but Starz is an add-on service. Fubo offers a variety of additional entertainment and news channels that are bundled into add-on packages for an additional fee.
What sports offerings does Fubo provide?
Fubo’s basic plan, the Pro plan, comes with many popular sports channels. In addition to FS1 live, this includes the FS2 stream, along with the ACC Network, beIn Sports, Big 10 Network, Billiard TV, Bleav Football, Bleav Sports, ESPN, ESPN2, fuboSports, NFL Network, Pac 12 Network, SEC Network, Speedvision, Sportsnews, TUDN and Womensports Network.
Additional sports channels in the Elite and Ultimate packages are ESPNU, ESPN News, MLB Network, NBA TV, NHL Network, Tennis Channel and Zona Futbol. Fubo includes regional sports networks where they’re available. Local networks are also available through Fubo.
With the large number of sports channels available, Fubo is an excellent choice for diehard sports fans.
How to watch FS1 & FS2 with Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV is one of the simplest options available. The service offers one plan — with two options. Hulu + Live TV’s plan comes with more than 90 channels. The option that includes ads is $76.99 a month, while the option without ads is $89.99 a month. While it does not have a free trial, there are no contracts, so you can cancel at any time. Hulu + Live TV comes with unlimited cloud DVR. It allows for two simultaneous streams, but for an additional fee, you can add a third stream when you’re on the go and have unlimited streams at home.
Hulu + Live TV comes with Hulu’s extensive streaming library that includes full seasons of many series, current episodes, hit movies and Hulu Originals. Among the add-on programming you can choose from are ESPN Plus; Disney Plus (With Ads); premium networks like Max, Cinemax, Showtime and Starz; and sports and entertainment packages with additional channels. These add-ons range from $2 to $16 a month.
What sports offerings does Hulu + Live TV provide?
Hulu + Live TV offers the major sports networks. In addition to being able to stream FS2 and FS1, this includes the ACC Network, Big 10 Network, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN News, ESPNU, Golf Network, NFL Network and SEC Network. RSNs are available in select areas.
Hulu + Live TV is a great service for people who like to binge their favorite series, as Hulu’s massive on-demand library is included in the price. However, some of the other providers offer more robust sports programming options.
How to watch FS1 & FS2 with Sling TV
Sling TV offers three options, ranging in price from $40 to $55 a month. The number of channels ranges from 31 to 46. Sling TV currently does not offer a free trial. But, since there are no contracts, you can cancel the service at any time.
The number of simultaneous streams varies by the package. You can only watch on one screen if you have the Sling Orange package. With Sling Blue, you can watch on three screens, and, if you have the Sling Orange + Sling Blue combined package, you have up to four simultaneous streams. Sling TV offers a variety of add-ons for an additional price, including premium channels like Showtime and Starz.
Each plan comes with 50 hours of cloud DVR storage. This can be upgraded to 200 hours for an additional $5 per month. RSNs are not available through Sling TV. Local channels are also not available through this provider, except in a small number of zip codes. A separate over-the-air antenna is needed to access local channels.
What sports offerings does Sling TV provide?
Between Sling Orange and Sling Blue, the service offers the following sports channels — ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, FS1, Motor Trend and the NFL Network.
Sling Orange has a Sports Extra Package that includes the ACC Network, beIn Sports, ESPNU, ESPN News, Longhorn Network, MLB Network, MLB Strike Zone, NBA TV, NHL Network, Pac 12 Network, SEC Network and the Tennis Channel. The FS2 live stream is not available in the Orange package.
The Sports Extra Package for the Sling Blue plan includes the Big 10 Network, FS2, Golf Channel, MLB Network, MLB Strike Zone, NBA TV, NFL RedZone, NHL Network, Pac 12 Network and the Tennis Channel.
Sling TV is best for people on a budget, as you can choose an option for under $50 a month. However, to get more sports options, you’ll need to select the add-ons.
How to watch FS1 & FS2 with YouTube TV
With just one plan, YouTube TV has the simplest option available. The service has more than 100 channels available for $73 a month. YouTube TV does have a free trial, but it only lasts 20 minutes.
The service allows three simultaneous, the creation of six individual accounts and comes with unlimited cloud DVR storage. While local channels are available, RSNs are not.
What sports offerings does YouTube TV provide?
Sports channels available through YouTube TV include the Big Ten Network, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU ESPN News, FS1, FS2, Golf Channel, Motor Trend, NBA TV, NFL Network and the SEC Network.
You can add on the Sports Plus package and get access to beIn Sports, Billiard TV, Fanduel TV, Fight Network, Fox Soccer Plus, Impact Wrestling, Mav TV, NFL RedZone, Players TV, Poker, Sports Grid, Stadium, Tennis Channel and VSiN.
For football lovers, YouTube TV is now the exclusive home of NFL Sunday Ticket. This is the only option to stream out-of-market Sunday football games on TVs and supported devices. It’s not necessary to have a subscription to YouTube TV to access NFL Sunday Ticket. Without a subscription, it’s $450 for the season. With a subscription, the price drops to $350.
YouTube TV is best for out-of-market football fans who want to stream NFL games at home.
How to watch FS1 & FS2 on the app
Both FS1 and FS2 are available on the Fox Sports app, which can be downloaded to supported devices from the Apple Store and Google Play. In addition to watching FS1 and FS2, you can read sports stories and get real-time scores, sports odds and customized alerts. It’s available on the following devices:
- Android TV
- Apple TV
- FireTV
- Google Chromecast
- Roku
- Xbox
Is livestreaming FS1 and FS2 worth it?
If you want to stream FS1 and FS2, along with other live sports, the primary benefits compared to cable are price and convenience. Most livestreaming services are less expensive than cable providers. And you can watch your favorite sporting events, including watching FS1 and FS2, on the go. You don’t have to be tied to your home and cable service to watch your favorite teams and games.
FAQs
Can I watch FS1 & FS2 for free?
FS1 and FS2 are not available for free, except with a free trial to a streaming service. They’re only available on livestreaming services or through cable providers.
Are FS1 & FS2 on Peacock?
FS1 and FS2 are not available on Peacock TV.
What streaming services offer both FS1 and FS2?
DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV and YouTube TV all offer FS1 and FS2. However, both channels are not available on every plan these services offer. While each provider’s top-tier package includes both FS1 and FS2, some of the basic plans do not. Before selecting a provider and plan, carefully review the channel list for each package to see if they include FS1 and FS2.
