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ESPN Unlimited launches on YouTube TV

The integration, stemming from a November 2025 agreement, brings thousands of live sports events to YouTube TV subscribers.

Updated Sep 1, 2026 · 17:25 UTC1 reports

The short version

YouTube TV has added ESPN Unlimited content to its platform, allowing subscribers to access additional live sporting events, studio shows, and documentaries.
The launch fulfills a provision of a November 2025 carriage agreement between Google and Disney.
The integration arrives shortly before a scheduled price increase for stand-alone ESPN Unlimited plans on September 17.

ESPN Unlimited content is now available directly within the YouTube TV app for subscribers of the main $82.99 monthly plan or any plan including sports.[Variety]
The addition of the service is part of an agreement reached between Google and Disney in November 2025 following a two-week blackout of Disney-owned networks on YouTube TV.[Variety]
Stand-alone ESPN Unlimited plans are set to increase in price from $29.99 to $31.99 per month starting September 17.[Variety]
YouTube TV has updated its interface to include a live guide with three rows of live events, a network row, and options for alternate feeds and languages.[Variety]
The platform's Fantasy View feature now allows users to link their ESPN accounts to track ESPN Fantasy Football statistics during live NFL games.[Variety]