How a VPN helps sports fans
Wherever you are, a VPN is essential for sports streaming.
If you’re traveling, whether overseas or just to a different TV market, connect to a VPN to access your favorite sports channels securely on any network. ExpressVPN sends your traffic through a private and encrypted tunnel, allowing you to watch every game securely and keep your data safe from prying eyes while abroad.
If you’re watching at home, use a VPN to bypass ISP throttling. ExpressVPN makes your internet traffic more anonymous, so your ISP can’t identify and slow down your streams. The easiest way to enjoy VPN protection at home is with ExpressVPN’s Aircove routers. All your devices get VPN benefits instantly just by joining your Wi-Fi network—smart TVs and streaming sticks included.
Whether you’re looking to stream football, tennis, boxing, or any other event, you can catch every second of the action with a VPN. Score!
Can I use a VPN to watch live sports on streaming services from another country?
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Top sports to stream
ExpressVPN has you covered with the top sports to stream each week! Here’s what events have caught our eye for the week of January 6:
Soccer: EFL Cup Semi-finals (January 7–8, ITVX / NOW): The first leg of the EFL Cup semi-finals begins with Arsenal hosting Newcastle (chasing its first domestic trophy in 70 years). Defending champion Liverpool then faces Tottenham Hotspur in a match set to deliver high-stakes drama between the Premier League leader and Ange Postecoglou’s battling Spurs.
NFL: Wild Card Round (January 11–12, NFL Game Pass International / YouTube TV): Football fans can enjoy two marquee matchups this week, beginning with the Ravens hosting the Steelers on Saturday in a classic AFC North showdown under the lights, with both teams bringing hard-hitting defenses. Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love should be fit to face the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday following an injury scare and will aim to exploit any gaps in Philly’s lineup.
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Tennis: Australian Open (January 12–26, 9Now / ServusTV): The world’s best players converge Down Under for the first Grand Slam of the year at Melbourne Park. Defending men’s champion Jannik Sinner returns to chase his second Australian Open title, while women’s champion Aryna Sabalenka faces a tough defense against United Cup finalists Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff.
Snooker: 2025 Masters (January 12–19, BBC iPlayer / Matchroom.live): The prestigious 2025 Masters tournament cues off at London’s historic Alexandra Palace. Be sure to tune into the opening-round matchup between defending champion Ronnie O’Sullivan and John Higgins. Which of the world’s top 16 players will rise to the occasion and lift the Paul Hunter Trophy?