If you want to know where to watch La Liga in USA, it is all on ESPN. ESPN holds exclusive US rights through the 2028/29 season, and every one of the 380 matches streams in the ESPN app through its ESPN+ / ESPN Select streaming tier, with selected games on ESPN Deportes in Spanish and occasionally on ABC.
Here is how the plans and channels fit together in 2026/27, plus how to catch the first El Clasico of the season.
ESPN streaming plans that include La Liga
ESPN reorganized its streaming in 2025. What used to be sold as ESPN+ is now the ESPN Select tier inside the ESPN app, and ESPN Unlimited adds the ESPN cable networks without a TV provider. ESPN raised prices in September 2026. At the time of writing:
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | La Liga coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESPN Select (formerly ESPN+) | About $14 | About $140 | Every streaming match |
| ESPN Unlimited | About $32 | About $320 | Every match plus ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes channels |
| Disney+, Hulu and ESPN Select bundle | About $22 | N/A | Same as ESPN Select, plus Disney+ and Hulu |
For most La Liga fans, ESPN Select is enough, since the full slate streams there. Our guide to the cheapest way to watch ESPN goes deeper on the tiers and bundles.
Spanish-language coverage on ESPN Deportes
ESPN Deportes carries selected La Liga matches on TV, and Spanish commentary is available on streams in the ESPN app. ESPN Deportes is included with ESPN Unlimited and with live TV services that carry it, such as Fubo and Sling TV’s Spanish packages. See our guide to Spanish channels in the USA for more.
Watching on TV with a live TV service
If you already pay for YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, Sling TV or DirecTV Stream, you can sign in to the ESPN app with that login for matches on ESPN’s linear channels. Note that most streaming-only La Liga games still need the ESPN Select tier, so check what your login unlocks.
El Clasico and the big October fixtures
The first Barcelona vs. Real Madrid Clasico of 2026/27 is listed for matchday 10 on Sunday, October 25, 2026, with the exact kick-off time still to be confirmed at the time of writing. It is set to stream in the ESPN app, and El Clasico is one of the matches most likely to get English coverage on ESPN and Spanish coverage on ESPN Deportes. Real Betis vs. Barcelona and Real Madrid vs. Sevilla on matchday 9 (October 18) are also worth circling.
Free and low-cost ways to watch
- Selected La Liga matches on ABC are free over the air with an antenna
- Watch for ESPN or Disney bundle free trials and promotional pricing
- Official La Liga and ESPN FC YouTube channels post highlights after each matchday
There is no legal free way to watch every match. Skip unofficial stream sites; our guide on how to subscribe to IPTV safely explains why.
How to sign up, step by step
- Download the ESPN app on your phone, TV or streaming device
- Choose ESPN Select for streaming-only matches, or ESPN Unlimited for the full ESPN channel lineup
- Alternatively, pick a Disney+ and Hulu bundle that includes ESPN Select if you want those services too
- Search “LaLiga” in the app and favorite your club to see upcoming matches
- Choose English or Spanish audio where available before kick-off
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming a cable or live TV login unlocks every match; streaming-only games still need ESPN Select
- Looking for La Liga on Peacock or Paramount+; neither carries it
- Missing early kick-offs: many matches start in the morning or early afternoon US Eastern time
Watching on your TV
The ESPN app is available on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Google TV, smart TVs and consoles, as well as phones and tablets. A fast streaming stick makes a difference for 1080p soccer on busy matchdays; our best streaming device 2026 guide covers the options. If you use a live TV service, you can usually also watch ESPN channels inside that service’s own app.
Kick-off times in Spain mean weekend morning and early afternoon starts for US viewers, so replays in the ESPN app are useful if you have plans.
ESPN Select also includes other soccer and a wide range of sports beyond La Liga, so it is worth checking the full lineup before deciding between it and a pricier live TV service.
Which option should you choose?
Follow one club closely: ESPN Select is the cheapest full option. Want Spanish TV coverage and other ESPN channels too: ESPN Unlimited or a live TV service. Already paying for Disney+ and Hulu: the bundle with ESPN Select is better value than buying separately.
If you want one subscription for a wide mix of live channels beyond a single league, our IPTV Journal plan is 12 months for $89 (about $7.40 a month) with 20,000+ channels, sports and 24/7 support. Whatever you choose, check exactly what is included before you pay, and remember that exclusive league packages are sold by their official rights holders.
FAQ
What channel is La Liga on in the USA?
ESPN holds the US rights. Every match streams in the ESPN app through ESPN Select (formerly ESPN+), with selected games on ESPN Deportes and occasionally ABC.
Is La Liga still on ESPN+?
Yes, under its current name. ESPN+ is now the ESPN Select tier in the ESPN app, and it still carries every La Liga match. ESPN Unlimited includes it too.
How much does it cost to watch La Liga in the USA?
At the time of writing ESPN Select costs about $14 a month or $140 a year, and ESPN Unlimited about $32 a month. Prices rose in September 2026.
Where can I watch La Liga in Spanish?
ESPN Deportes carries selected matches in Spanish, and Spanish commentary is available on streams in the ESPN app.
How long does ESPN have La Liga rights?
ESPN holds exclusive US rights through the 2028/29 season.
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