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How to watch the Rose Bowl 2024: Alabama vs. Michigan
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How to watch the Rose Bowl 2024: Alabama vs. Michigan

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On January 1, 2024, the Rose Bowl will once again take place in Pasadena as Alabama and Michigan collide on the gridiron. Kickoff is slated for 5:00 p.m. ET. Enjoy every exciting piece of college football action from home with a live TV streaming service. 

How to watch the 2024 Rose Bowl

You don't need to travel to the stadium to see the Rose Bowl action unfold. ESPN will broadcast all the excitement, live from Pasadena. You can catch every moment from the comfort of your home through a live TV streaming service.

Where to stream the 2024 Rose Bowl

ESPN will deliver the live broadcast of the 2024 Rose Bowl. You can watch ESPN with most live TV streaming services, including Sling TV, DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo and YouTube TV.


Stream the 2024 Rose Bowl on Sling TV (Our preferred streaming service)

  • Pricing begins at $40.00/mo
  • 31+ live TV channels
  • Free trial currently unavailable

For those looking for the most cost-effective way to stream the 2024 Rose Bowl, Sling TV is the answer. To access college sports via ESPN, you'll need the Sling Orange plan. Typically priced at $40 per month, Sling currently has an offer for new subscribers, bringing the first month's cost down to just $20. The Sling Orange plan not only includes ESPN but also ESPN2, ESPN3, TBS, TNT and more. A Sling subscription also comes with 50 hours of DVR storage space, allowing you to record and watch games at your convenience.


Stream the 2024 Rose Bowl on DIRECTV STREAM

  • Pricing begins at $79.99/mo
  • 75+ live TV channels
  • Free trial available

DIRECTV STREAM gives subscribers access to nearly all nationally televised college and professional games throughout the year. With the Choice package, priced at $108.99 per month, you can enjoy over 105 channels, including ESPN, MLB Network, NBA TV and many more that broadcast nationally televised games. Unlike most other streaming services, DIRECTV STREAM also has regional sports networks (RSNs). Subscribers additionally benefit from unlimited DVR storage and the freedom to stream simultaneously on an unlimited number of devices within the home.


Stream the 2024 Rose Bowl on Fubo

  • Pricing begins at $79.99/mo
  • 161+ live TV channels
  • Free trial available

Like DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo is an excellent choice for sports fans who want to keep up with their local teams because it includes RSNs in its channel lineup, with pricing starting at $74.99 per month. This sports-centric streaming service offers a wide range of sports channels, including ESPN, FS1, FS2, Big Ten Network, SEC Network, NFL Network, MLB Network and more, catering to both college and professional sports fans. Fubo subscribers also get 1000 hours of DVR storage, and the platform accommodates simultaneous streaming on up to 10 devices.


Stream the 2024 Rose Bowl on Hulu + Live TV

  • Pricing begins at $76.99/mo
  • 95+ live TV channels
  • 3-day free trial

While Hulu predominantly focuses on entertainment content, it also caters to sports fans by including many sports channels. In its channel lineup, you'll find ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, Big Ten Network, SEC Network, ACCN and NFL Network, among others. Priced at $76.99 per month, a subscription includes access to Disney Plus and ESPN Plus. Hulu delivers unlimited DVR storage at no extra cost and allows for simultaneous streaming, both at home and on the go.


Stream the 2024 Rose Bowl on YouTube TV

  • Pricing begins at $72.99/mo
  • 100+ live TV channels
  • Free trial available

YouTube TV includes over 100 channels in its base plan, giving subscribers access to college sports action via ESPN, ACCN, SEC Network and Big Ten Network. The base plan, priced at $72.99 per month, not only offers unlimited DVR storage but also supports up to three simultaneous streams and allows for up to six individual accounts, ensuring each family member can enjoy personalized settings on their own account.


FAQs

What time does the Rose Bowl start, and on what channel is it available? 

The 2024 Rose Bowl begins at 5:00 p.m. ET and will air on ESPN.

Which teams will face off in the Rose Bowl 2024? 

The 2024 Rose Bowl will feature a showdown between Alabama and Michigan.

Where is the Rose Bowl being held this year? 

The Rose Bowl takes place in Pasadena, California.

Jess is a writer, editor, and Cleveland sports fan. She previously worked for TV Guide and Cord Cutters News where she covered all things streaming and sports.