How To Watch the 2025 UFL Season on TV
The gridiron is heating up this spring! Score big with our guide to watching UFL games on ESPN and FOX Sports.
Spring football is back as the United Football League (UFL) looks to deliver an action-packed second season.
Following a fairly successful debut in 2024, the UFL returns with a mix of former USFL and XFL teams, bringing fans high-intensity football from March to June. Throughout the 43-game season, fans can catch every snap on ESPN and FOX Sports networks. The season kicks off on Friday, March 28, with the launch of FOX UFL Friday, a new weekly primetime game broadcast.
Ready to tune in? Get your game face on as we uncover how to watch UFL action this season, including channel listings and free viewing options.
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What channels have UFL games?
The 2025 UFL season will air on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, FOX, and FS1. Additionally, FOX Deportes and ESPN Deportes will carry select games with Spanish-language commentary, while all matchups on ABC and ESPN channels will stream live on ESPN+.
Here’s a list of the five UFL channels and their game counts:
- ABC (12)
- ESPN (9)
- ESPN2 (1)
- FOX (20)
- FS1 (1)
Heads up! FOX’s UFL matchups on May 17 will air regionally. Like Sunday afternoon NFL games, the teams you’ll see on TV that day depend on your location.
UFL schedule: Key events and channels
The UFL’s 43-game schedule includes regular-season and postseason games. All eight teams will play 10 games, with the top two from each division competing in a semifinal match. In mid-June, the divisional winners will face off in the UFL Championship Game at a to-be-determined location.
Data effective as of post date.
Best UFL TV plans for watching the most games
ESPN and FOX channels are easily accessible through most cable, satellite, and live TV streaming providers. But if you’re looking to tackle a new TV game plan, we have some recommendations to ensure you get the most bang for your buck.
- Hulu + Live TV: With every UFL channel and ESPN+ included at no extra cost, Hulu + Live TV is our favorite live TV service for watching the UFL. You’ll get 95+ channels, unlimited DVR storage, and a library of on-demand content from this season and the 2023 XFL campaign.
- ESPN+: Every UFL matchup that airs on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 also streams on ESPN+. We recommend pairing an ESPN+ subscription with an over-the-air (OTA) antenna to pick up your local FOX channel. With that combo, you’ll get every UFL game in your region except the one that airs on FS1.
- Antenna TV: You can watch 32 UFL games this season using an OTA antenna if you live within range of ABC and FOX affiliate stations. We cover this method more in our free UFL viewing options section below.
Which TV providers carry UFL games?
Any TV provider that offers ESPN and FOX Sports channels will carry UFL games. If you prefer scouting TV plans on your own, our table below highlights the availability of ABC, ESPN, and FOX across 13 popular services.
| Provider | Price | ABC | ESPN | FOX | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | $61.00–$152.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Cox review |
| DIRECTV | $74.99–$164.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read DIRECTV review |
| DIRECTV STREAM | $74.99–$154.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read DIRECTV STREAM review |
| DISH | $86.99–$116.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read DISH review |
| Fubo | $14.99–$94.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Fubo review |
| Hulu + Live TV | $81.99–$95.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Hulu + Live TV review |
| Optimum | $40.00–$135.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Optimum review |
| Philo | $28.00/mo. | — | — | — |
View plans Read Philo review |
| Sling TV | $45.99–$60.99/mo. | ✔* | ✔ | ✔* |
View plans Read Sling TV review |
| Spectrum | $45.00–$105.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Check Availability Read Spectrum review |
| Verizon Fios | $95.00–$139.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read Verizon Fios review |
| Xfinity | $20.00–$80.00/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Read Xfinity review |
| YouTube TV | $82.99/mo. | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
View plans Read YouTube TV review |
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
*Available only in select markets.
How can I watch the UFL for free?
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You can watch many UFL games for free on ABC and FOX using a digital antenna. To do this, you should verify that the two channels are available in your town by entering your zip code on the FCC’s Reception Map Tool.
If you need an antenna recommendation, we like the Mohu Leaf 50 for its 60-mile range and multidirectional design. But we also list several other great antenna options on our Best OTA Antennas page.
Pro tip: Another free way to watch UFL games is by signing up for a live TV streaming trial via Fubo or DIRECTV STREAM.
How to watch the UFL FAQ
Where can I stream UFL games?
You can stream UFL games on ESPN+ and the FOX Sports app. ESPN and FOX Sports channels are also accessible on live TV streaming services like Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV.
Is the UFL on Peacock?
No, Peacock won’t stream any UFL games this season. The service carried USFL games in 2023, but NBC opted out of being a UFL broadcast partner.
What are the UFL teams for 2025?
The following eight teams split between two divisions will compete in the UFL’s 2025 season:
USFL Conference
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XFL Conference
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Why you should trust us
Our football experts researched and tested the top ways to watch the UFL this season. We compared the plans, prices, and UFL coverage of over 13 TV services. With that information, we determined our viewing recommendations—emphasizing availability and ease of use.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
Disclaimer
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
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