Covering everything from home runs to golazos, FOX Sports 1 (FS1) has been hitting it out of the park with sports coverage for over a decade. The channel is a crucial destination for MLB, NASCAR, and international soccer fans. It also hosts daily sports talk shows and less mainstream affairs like bowling, rodeo, and horse racing.
In this guide, we’ll explain the ins and outs of adding FS1 to your TV lineup. That way, you won’t miss a single Colin Cowherd hot take, NFL news update, or nail-biting World Cup moment.
What channel is FS1 on near me?
FS1’s channel number varies across the U.S. based on your location and TV provider. But to help you find it, we’ve compiled a list of FS1’s availability across six providers in 50 major cities.
If you’re not in one of these cities, punch your zip code into our service finder tool after the table to see providers in your area.
FS1 channel numbers in major U.S. cities
| City | Cox channel | DIRECTV channel | DISH channel | Optimum channel | Spectrum channel | Xfinity channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 38 |
| Atlanta, GA | — | 219 | 150 | — | 40 | 75 |
| Austin, TX | — | 219 | 150 | — | 97 | — |
| Bakersfield, CA | — | 219 | 150 | — | 76 | — |
| Baltimore, MD | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 55 |
| Bronx, NY | — | 219 | 150 | 99 | 400 | — |
| Brooklyn, NY | — | 219 | 150 | 99 | 400 | — |
| Buffalo, NY | — | 219 | 150 | — | 82 | — |
| Charlotte, NC | — | 219 | 150 | — | 67 | — |
| Chicago, IL | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 237 |
| Cincinnati, OH | — | 219 | 150 | — | 55 | — |
| Cleveland, OH | 50 | 219 | 150 | — | 75 | — |
| Colorado Springs, CO | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 55 |
| Columbus, OH | — | 219 | 150 | — | 25 | — |
| Dallas, TX | — | 219 | 150 | — | 65 | — |
| Denver, CO | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 408 |
| Detroit, MI | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 31 |
| El Paso, TX | — | 219 | 150 | — | 97 | — |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 40 |
| Fort Worth, TX | — | 219 | 150 | — | 65 | — |
| Fresno, CA | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 35 |
| Houston, TX | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 114 |
| Indianapolis, IN | — | 219 | 150 | — | 62 | 47 |
| Jacksonville, FL | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 53 |
| Las Vegas, NV | 329 | 219 | 150 | — | — | — |
| Los Angeles, CA | — | 219 | 150 | — | 95 | — |
| Louisville, KY | — | 219 | 150 | — | 71 | — |
| Memphis, TN | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 225 |
| Miami, FL | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 450 |
| Milwaukee, WI | — | 219 | 150 | — | 75 | — |
| Minneapolis, MN | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 732 |
| New York, NY | — | 219 | 150 | 99 | 400 | — |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 67 | 219 | 150 | — | — | — |
| Orlando, FL | — | 219 | 150 | — | 32 | 26 |
| Philadelphia, PA | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 729 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 31 | 219 | 150 | — | — | — |
| Pittsburgh, PA | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 271 |
| Portland, OR | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 408 |
| Sacramento, CA | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 31 |
| St. Louis, MO | — | 219 | 150 | — | 43 | — |
| St. Paul, MN | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 271 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 265 |
| San Antonio, TX | — | 219 | 150 | — | 97 | — |
| San Diego, CA | — | 219 | 150 | — | 93 | — |
| San Francisco, CA | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 408 |
| San Jose, CA | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 408 |
| Seattle, WA | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | 33 |
| Tampa, FL | — | 219 | 150 | — | 112 | 48 |
| Tucson, AZ | 27 | 219 | 150 | — | — | 32 |
| Washington, D.C. | — | 219 | 150 | — | — | — |
Data effective as of post date.
Get FS1 with cable or satellite
You can catch FS1 and other FOX Sports channels through many cable and satellite TV providers, often in higher-tier packages. Below, we’ve highlighted four popular providers that offer FS1. You can also explore more options in our Best TV Providers guide.
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What’s the cheapest way to get FS1?
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The cheapest way to get FS1 is through Sling TV. Starting at $40 per month, Sling TV features FS1 in its Sling Blue base plan. You can also stream FS2 and Big Ten Network with the Sports Extra add-on for $11 a month.
Sling TV is a more budget-friendly option than other live TV streaming services because it lacks local channels. But the Sling Blue plan includes ABC, FOX, and NBC—and a $5 price hike—in select markets.
What’s on FS1?
From live events to news and analysis programs, lively debate shows, and captivating documentaries, there’s something for every sports fan on FS1. Here’s a peek at what airs on FS1.
Sports
- FIFA World Cup
- FOX College Football
- FOX College Hoops
- Major League Soccer (MLS)
- MLB on FS1
- NASCAR on FOX
- National Hot Rod Association (NHRA)
- PBA Tour
- United Football League (UFL)
- Westminster Dog Show
Talk and news shows
- Big Noon Kickoff
- Breakfast Ball
- The Facility
- First Things First
- The Herd with Colin Cowherd
- NASCAR RaceDay
- NASCAR Race Hub
- Speak
- TMZ Sports
What’s FS1?
FS1 is a FOX Sports TV channel owned by the FOX Corporation. Launched in 2013, the network replaced the motorsports-oriented Speed channel. Its mission? To compete against big hitters like ESPN and CBS Sports Network. Now, FS1 is a go-to channel for daytime studio shows, auto racing, baseball, soccer, and college sports.
What channel is FS1 on FAQ
How can I watch FS1?
You can watch FS1 on most cable, satellite, and live TV streaming services. At $40 a month, Sling TV offers one of the cheapest and quickest ways of signing up for FS1 coverage.
Is FS1 the same as FOX Sports?
FS1 is one of many channels under the FOX Sports umbrella, which includes FS2 and Big Ten Network. FOX Sports’ marquee events typically air on FS1. But you’ll want access to FOX and FS2 for large-scale competitions like the FIFA Word Cup, Copa América, World Baseball Classic, and NASCAR.
Is the FS1 app free?
Yes, the FOX Sports app is free to download. But you’ll need a qualifying TV subscription to sign in and watch live content from FS1, FS2, Fox Deportes, Big Ten Network, and FOX Soccer Plus.
Can I watch FS1 on Tubi?
No, you can’t watch the live FS1 channel on Tubi. But the free ad-supported streaming service includes select live and on-demand FOX Sports content.
