Following England live is the best way to stay connected with sports, culture, and national events in real time. From Premier League football and national team matches to Wimbledon, cricket, and cultural festivals, England offers a variety of live experiences.
Thanks to official broadcasters and digital platforms, it is now easier than ever to enjoy these events both inside the UK and abroad, using legal options only.
Free options to watch England live
BBC iPlayer
The BBC is one of the most trusted broadcasters in the UK. Through BBC iPlayer, you can watch live sports like Wimbledon, the FA Cup, and cultural events such as the Proms or Glastonbury Festival — all for free with a UK TV licence.
ITV Hub
ITV provides free live coverage of England National Team matches, some FA Cup games, and popular entertainment programmes. Accessible on Smart TVs, laptops, and mobile devices.
Channel 4 Live
Channel 4 often broadcasts major sporting events free-to-air, including cricket, Formula 1 highlights, and rugby internationals.
YouTube official channels
Clubs, federations, and music festivals often stream live press conferences, interviews, or events on their official YouTube channels.
Radio and online commentary
Stations such as BBC Radio 5 Live and talkSPORT provide free live coverage of football, cricket, and breaking news across England.
Paid platforms to watch England live
Sky Sports
Sky remains the leader in premium sports broadcasting in the UK. With Sky Sports, you can watch Premier League matches, cricket, rugby, Formula 1, and more. Accessible via satellite and the Sky Go app.
BT Sport (TNT Sports)
Now rebranded as TNT Sports, BT Sport covers UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and additional Premier League games. Available as a subscription via BT, Sky, and Virgin.
Amazon Prime Video
Amazon has secured rights to stream selected Premier League matches and exclusive cultural events live in the UK. Accessible with an active Prime subscription.
NOW TV
A flexible streaming service from Sky, NOW TV offers daily, weekly, or monthly passes to Sky Sports channels without long-term contracts.
DAZN
While focused internationally, DAZN in the UK offers access to boxing, MMA, and selected football matches through its subscription service.
Discovery+ (Eurosport)
For fans of tennis, cycling, snooker, and the Olympics, Discovery+ with Eurosport provides comprehensive live coverage across devices.
