Watch live and On Demand sports events with the ESPN sports app

The ESPN app on DIRECTV offers ESPN live, ESPN3 streaming, and ESPN On Demand content.
ArticleINSTRUCTIONS & INFO

Enjoy the ESPN app on your TV


DIRECTV subscribers can watch live ESPN content, select ESPN3 streaming content, and ESPN On Demand content with the interactive ESPN app.

Access the ESPN sports app on your TV:

  1. Tune to any ESPN channel (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN NEWS, ESPNU, ESPN Deportes, Longhorn Network, & SEC Network).
  2. When the SNIPE or ATTRACT icons appear, press the red button on your DIRECTV remote.


Heads up: The ESPN TV app is available on Genie HR44, HR54 & HS17 (Genie 2) receivers.

Stream on a mobile device in the WatchESPN app or watch online:

  • Download the WatchESPN app for Apple iOS or Android OS devices
  • Go to espn.com/watch
When prompted, select DIRECTV as your TV provider and sign in with your user ID and password. Enjoy!

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