The Premier League, one of the most followed football leagues, resumed from the international break this weekend, and football fans around the world are rejoicing! But what is a weekend without catching your favourite team in action? With the international break behind us, the excitement is building up again.

However, not everyone can make it to the stadium or has access to paid streaming services. Worry not, fellow football enthusiasts! We’ve got you covered with a list of free apps to watch football matches and stay updated on all the action.

For football lovers, the start of the Premier League season is a time of great joy. It is a time to gather with friends, enjoy some drinks and snacks, and cheer on your favourite team.

But when there are no matches, the weekends can feel boring. Thankfully, the wait is over, and the Premier League is back, along with other prominent leagues like the Spanish League and German League.

To make sure you don’t miss a single match, we have compiled a list of free apps where you can watch football matches and stay updated on all the action.

These free apps offer a range of features, from live scores and stats to news and analysis. Some apps may have ads or limited streaming quality, but they’re all great options to stay updated on the beautiful game.

So, grab your snacks, gather your friends, and get ready to cheer on your favourite team with these free apps to watch football matches.

Cricfootspo

Premier League fanatic Salman Saluzz recommended Cricfootspo as a fantastic online app that is available for free.

Not only is it free, but it is also incredibly user-friendly, allowing you to search for your favourite matches and highlights with ease, Saluzz said in a review.

Saluzz raved about the app’s compatibility with various operating systems, including Mac, Windows, and Android.

“You can access it anywhere, anytime!’ he said. “And with features like bookmarking, you can save your favourite videos and come back to them later.”

But what sets Cricfootspo apart, according to Saluzz, is its vast database.

“It is like a treasure trove of football content! You can find anything from classic matches to the latest analysis and news,” he stated.

ESPN+

ESPN+ is the official streaming platform for ESPN, and a subscription includes instant access to games and more exclusive content for $10.99/month.

The network serves an average of 100 million viewers in the US alone each month, with its reach continuing to expand exponentially.

According to Saluzz, ESPN is a ‘ titan in the realm of sports broadcasting’, delivering unparalleled services to a vast audience.

It has three stalwart channels—ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN Classic, which operate around the clock to provide in-depth coverage of a diverse array of sports events, news, and expert analysis.

Saluzz credited ESPN’s comprehensive programming for its position as a leading authority in the world of sports, offering fans a one-stop destination for all their sporting needs.

“From live matches and highlights to in-depth commentary and debate, ESPN’s offerings are a testament to its commitment to excellence in sports broadcasting,” he said.

Live Football TV App

A football enthusiast, Usman Ugunse, stated, “You can stream all premier league games using the Live Football TV App. You can also stream live all other big 5 European league matches on the app. The biggest part is that it’s completely free, no registration and no hidden charges.”

Meanwhile, David Hazi suggested on Quora that EPL matches could be found on live TV streaming services, such as DirecTV Stream, ESPN+, fuboTV, Hulu Live TV, and Sling TV.

“Each service is a little different, so it depends on what else you want to watch too,” he stated.

Football live TV stream

This application offers high-definition live streaming of football matches, including the Premier League, along with highlights, live scores, betting tips, and daily sports news—all for free on Google Play.

EPL Live by Sportsmate

This provides comprehensive coverage of the Premier League and other major competitions like the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, and Bundesliga. This app offers live scores, stats, news, and analysis and is available for free on Google Play.

Premier League official app

The Premier League app is the ultimate companion for Premier League fans.

This app, available for free on the App Store, allows users to manage their Fantasy Premier League team, access live updates and video highlights, and get exclusive news and features from their favourite club.

Caution

Football enthusiast, Lisa Rogers, warned that watching football matches for free on your mobile device depended on your mobile package and the specific rules and restrictions in your country.

She said that mobile providers might restrict access based on bandwidth, media type, or other conditions.

According to Rogers, having Wi-Fi access can provide a solution.

She explained that connecting to the internet via Wi-Fi on your mobile device allowed you to watch matches without incurring additional costs beyond your internet connection fee.

Rogers also noted that if you were using a public Wi-Fi network, such as at a cafe, you could potentially stream matches for free.

She added, “In theory, having Wi-Fi access on your mobile device means you can watch any match for free on online channels that are streaming it, as long as you’re aware of any potential restrictions or limitations.”

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Christopher Nkunku came off the bench to score the winner four minutes from time as Chelsea ground out a 1-0 win at Bournemouth on Saturday.

The Blues rode their luck at the Vitality Stadium as Robert Sanchez saved a first-half penalty from Evanilson and Bournemouth twice hit the woodwork.

But the strength in depth from Chelsea’s bloated squad, assembled for over £1 billion ($1.3 billion) in transfer fees, paid off late on.

Jadon Sancho, introduced as a half-time substitute, impressed on his first appearance since joining from Manchester United on the final day of the transfer window.

Nkunku span onto Sancho’s pass and produced a clinical low finish for his first Premier League goal of the season.

There was still time for a Premier League record to be set as referee Anthony Taylor dished out 14 yellow cards, surpassing the previous high of 12.

However, Chelsea will care little about the fractious nature of a scrappy game as victory lifts Enzo Maresca’s men up to seventh with seven points from their opening four games.

“You cannot come here and win without getting your shirt dirty,” said Maresca on his side’s ability to battle through their lack of cohesion after another turbulent summer in the transfer market.

Sancho was one of 10 new signings after bringing to an end his disastrous spell at United.

However, the England international shone on loan at Borussia Dortmund in the second half of last season, helping the German giants reach the Champions League final.

“First of all it is amazing to make my debut for Chelsea. Just being back playing I’m very grateful,” said Sancho.

“I’ve been working hard for this moment and I’m just happy that I got my chance.”

It was a case of what might have been for Bournemouth as Marcus Tavernier and Ryan Christie hit the woodwork, either side of record signing Evanilson’s missed spot-kick.

“We had more everything, more shots, more corners but at the end what really matters is to score and they did it at the end,” said Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola.

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The 8th National Youth Games was officially declared open by President Bola Tinubu, yesterday, at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State.

Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, said that the NYG has become a vision of hope for the nation’s sports.

“There is no better time than now to stage this National Youth Games after our participation at the Paris Olympics and Paralympics. Though our athletes did better at the Paralympics, there is an urgent need to re-strategise for Nigeria’s sports to return to winning ways. One of the reasons our sports is on the decline is age falsification. We need to get it right at this level.

“My administration is dedicated to repositioning sports for a better tomorrow. When I came here for the opening ceremony of the seventh edition of the National Youth Games last year, I was barely two weeks old in office. I can proudly say that there is a drastic improvement in the opening ceremony this year.”

Tinubu urged all Nigerians, particularly stakeholders in the sports industry, to join hands with the Sports Ministry in its desire to change the face of the nation’s sports.

Earlier in his welcome speech, Governor Oborevwori said the aim of hosting the National Youth Games is to discover young athletes to replace aging ones, adding that Delta being the home of sports in Nigeria would continue to lead the way.

Oborevwori said: “Nigeria’s performance at major international sporting events is on the decline. It may not be the problem of the sports minister. We need to tackle the issue together. I expect old records to be broken and new ones set in this year’s National Youth Games. Delta is proud to partner with the Federal Ministry of Sports in hosting this Games to reposition our sports.

“There is a good result from hosting these games because, you can see this last Olympics in Paris, our daughter, Favour Ofili did very well even though she did not win a medal. She is a product of these games.

“So, in this year’s games, we are looking for a talent better than Ofili. I assure our people that this year will be better than last year.”

He urged all the athletes to compete fairly saying: “You are on your way to winning medals for Nigeria at the Olympic Games.”

Oborevwori also urged the sports ministry to as a matter of urgency reverse the age limit of participation in the National Youth Games to its original U-17 from the present U-15 so that athletes discovered can easily form the bedrock of the National U-20 teams.

The Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC), Chief Solomon Ogba, said all that is needed to make Nigerian youths happy throughout the Games have been put in place.

He thanked the governor for giving the LOC and Delta Sports Commission the moral and financial support to host the Games.

Meanwhile, the rush for medals begins this morning as cyclists from the various states hit the road.

Over 6,000 athletes and 1000 officials are taking part in the Games.

Meanwhile, athletes and officials at the Stephen Keshi Stadium observed a one-minute silence for an official said to have died on his way to the Games.

Although the identity of the official or his function at the Games was not revealed as at press time, he was said to be leading a team to Asaba when he died on the way to the Delta State capital.