ESPN Deportes USA Soccer Schedule

Broadcast Rights

Competitions available on ESPN Deportes USA

	Spain - La Liga (2021-2029) The Walt Disney Company’s sports network ESPN has acquired exclusive rights to the Spanish La Liga in the USA. ESPN’s eight-year deal gives it full access to La Liga’s English- and Spanish-language rights in America through 2029. Signed prior to the 2021/22 season, ESPN’s record-breaking agreement was reported to be worth $175 million per year, totaling about $1,4 billion. More details Live La Liga matches in USA are expected to be televised on linear ESPN networks, including the flagship ESPN channel and ESPN Deportes, as well as on ABC. All fixtures are to be aired in high definition both on TV and digital platforms. Detailed match highlights along with analysis and studio programs such as SportsCenter and Fuera de Juego will continuously enrich the viewers experience, every season. This is in addition to game previews, half-time talks, postgame and magazine shows. La Liga content will additionally be distributed on ESPN’s social media pages in USA. Naturally, every La Liga game shown on ESPN will be accessible via partner streaming services in America. 2023-24 season update: ESPN and LaLiga embark on their third consecutive year of collaboration for the 2023-24 football season. As part of the comprehensive coverage strategy, the network is introducing "La Peña de LALIGA" on ESPN Deportes. This program is tailored to provide an in-depth perspective on the league, offering analyses, debates, and insights featuring notable figures such as Hugo Sanchez and Mario Kempes. On the digital side, ESPN's strategy encompasses a team of reporters based in Spain, ensuring timely coverage of major teams, including FC Barcelona, Real Madrid, and Atlético de Madrid. ESPN has outlined an extensive social media strategy to supplement the broadcast and digital coverage, providing real-time updates and exclusive content across platforms.
	Germany - Bundesliga (2020-2026) ESPN has acquired multi-platform broadcast rights to the German Bundesliga in USA, which will run from 2020 through 2026. The broacaster will cover every game live on its streaming service ESPN+, whereas its linear TV networks will telecast select Bundesliga games every season. The deal also includes exclusive programs and match highlights.ESPN Deportes will participate in the coverage of the German Bundesliga in USA with Spanish-language broadcasts and TV shows, such as SportsCenter. Season previews and other exclusive online content will be available to watch on the network’s online platform at ESPNDeportes.com.
	Germany - DFL-Supercup (2020-2026) ESPN has acquired the rights to the German Supercup until 2026, following a deal with the German football association. The matches will be available to stream live in English language on the ESPN App in USA.
	Spain - Supercopa de España (2022-2027) ESPN has secured the rights to the Spanish Super Cup in the USA. The Spanish Super Cup matches will be available not only on ESPN's streaming platform ESPN+ but also on the network's linear channels, including ESPN, ESPN 2, and ESPN Deportes. This comprehensive coverage ensures that fans can enjoy the excitement and drama of the Spanish Super Cup on their preferred ESPN platform, whether through streaming or traditional television channels.
	Germany - DFB Pokal (2022-2026) ESPN has announced its multiyear extension with the German Football Association (DFB) to become the exclusive home of the German Cup, also known as the DFB-Pokal, until 2026. This groundbreaking agreement ensures that ESPN+ subscribers can access at least 40 DFB-Pokal matches live each season, streamed exclusively in English. More details Additionally, select games, including the Semifinals and the Final, will be available on both ESPN networks and ESPN+ with English and Spanish commentary.
	Mexico - Liga MX (2018-2023) ESPN has secured the broadcast rights for Liga MX (Men) matches in the United States. The agreement lets ESPN air live Liga MX games on their linear TV channels and digital platforms, providing fans with comprehensive coverage of Mexico's top-tier soccer league. Throughout the period of the deal, viewers in the USA can anticipate live game broadcasts, expert analysis, and engaging highlights. More details As part of ESPN's commitment to delivering the excitement of the Mexican Liga MX to a broader audience, live matches may be slated on ESPN Deportes (TV), ESPN+, the ESPN App, and ESPN Deportes Radio.
	Mexico - Liga MX Femenil (2018-2023) ESPN has acquired exclusive broadcasting rights for Liga MX Femenil matches in the United States. The agreement allows ESPN to showcase select matches from the women's league, providing live game broadcasts, highlights, analysis, and more. With this move, ESPN aims to boost the visibility and popularity of Liga MX Femenil, exposing it to a broader audience. More details Soccer fans in the USA can look forward to an enhanced viewing experience of women's soccer on ESPN's platforms, including mobile apps and OTT streaming services.
	United States - NWSL (2024-2027)

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ESPN Deportes USA History, Coverage, Features

ESPN Deportes is a Spanish-language pay-TV sports network, operated by ESPN Inc. in USA. It was founded in 2004 and has since become available in millions of Hispanic homes. A high-definition version of the channel, called ESPN Deportes HD, was launched in 2011.

Content from ESPN Deportes is available to watch in the Unites States, US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. As one of the key assets of ESPN, it is related to other linear networks managed by the company, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, ESPN Classic, Longhorn Network and SEC Network. Sports on ESPN Deportes consists of games coverage in multiple disciplines, including American football, baseball, boxing, eSports, Golf, mixed martial arts, tennis and soccer. In addition to broadcasting live and taped sporting events, the network has aired a lot of studio shows over the years, many of which have been produced in ESPN’s studios located in Mexico City, Mexico. These include Fútbol Picante, Los Capitanes and the popular SportsCenter program.

ESPN Deportes has had significant soccer coverage in the past, as a result of its parent company ESPN holding Spanish-language rights to many soccer competitions—whether via exclusive deals or sublicense agreements. Its long history of soccer rights counts numerous club leagues and domestic cups from Europe, like the English Premier League, German Bundesliga, Italian Serie A and Spanish La Liga. Larger club competitions such as the UEFA Champions League and Europa League have found their way on the screens of ESPN Deportes subscribers as well.

With their target audience comprising Hispanics, ESPN Deportes have covered the Mexican Liga MX and Copa MX, in addition to the Ascenso MX. Many of the soccer games televised by ESPN Deportes have been available on streaming service ESPN3, as well as on related radio station ESPN Deportes Radio with Spanish-language commentary.

Various cable providers, including Spectrum, Comcast Xfinity and Optimum TV have ESPN Deportes as part of their respective channel lineups in USA; however, exact channel numbers may vary based on the location.

For cord cutters, live matches on ESPN Deportes may be available to stream live on multi-screen digital network ESPN Deportes+. Furthermore, all content from the channel is mirrored on the ESPN App, which is compatible with Android and Apple mobile devices and smart TVs.

Users accessing the streams may be required to authenticate themselves through a participating TV provider. Optionally, subscribers may watch ESPN Deportes online or on the device of their choice via partner OTT platforms, including AT&T TV Now, Hulu Live TV, PlayStation Vue and Sling TV.

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