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Mobile apps for watching football matches free

Published

2 months ago

September 16, 2024

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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Premier League official Coote suspended

Published

5 hours ago

November 12, 2024

Austin Ojomah

Premier League official David Coote has been suspended with immediate effect by PGMOL

A video, which remains unverified, appearing to show Coote making derogatory comments about Liverpool and their former manager Jurgen Klopp was widely circulated on social media on Monday.

• David Coote first refereed a game in the Premier League in April 2018
• Coote was born in Nottinghamshire and previously officiated in the Football League.
• Coote is registered as a Notts County fan with PGMOL
• He refereed the Carabao Cup final between Manchester United and Newcastle in 2023

A PGMOL statement read: “David Coote has been suspended with immediate effect pending a full investigation.

“PGMOL will be making no further comment until that process is complete.”
Coote was the referee for Liverpool’s win over Aston Villa at Anfield on Saturday night.

According to Sky Sports, Liverpool have declined to comment.
Head of referees Howard Webb will be appearing on Match Officials: Mic’d Up on Tuesday night on Sky Sportskeeda
A video being shared appears to refer to the Premier League match between Liverpool – who were already crowned champions – and Burnley, which Coote refereed, in July 2020.
The game finished 1-1 after Jay Rodriguez’s strike cancelled out Andy Robertson’s opener, ending Liverpool’s 24-match winning run at Anfield.

At full-time, Klopp appeared to argue with Coote and his officials on the pitch, and after the match, the former Reds boss said the referee failed to give fouls for challenges made on Liverpool’s players.

“David Coote appears to be speaking directly to a camera phone and appears to go on to make a number of derogatory comments about Liverpool Football Club and their former manager Jurgen Klopp.

“We don’t know if this video is genuine or not at this stage, and neither do PGMOL.

“We need to point out that there is no indication at all as to how old this video is, but it is clearly not recent. In the video, Coote talks about lockdown and being socially distant. He shows the guy interviewing him a picture on his phone where he is wearing a mask. He talks about Klopp and James Milner, who hasn’t played for Liverpool for more than 18 months.

“Coote is an elite Premier League referee. He is part of the elite group of match officials, where he has been since 2018. He had eight years as an EFL referee before that. He is one of the most experienced and highly-thought-of referees in this country, and with that position comes an awful lot of responsibility, in terms of impartiality in particular.

“So any suggestion that Coote or any other elite match official might have bias against a particular Premier League club, or bad feeling towards them or their manager, is a very serious allegation.

“But while I think we need to stress there is history between Klopp and Coote, the latter hasn’t had the chance to explain himself, either to us or indeed the PGMOL, who are his employers.
“This has moved very quickly. It’s a huge story and potentially one that is very damaging, not just for Coote but the PGMOL as well.”

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Man Utd confirms Van Nistelrooy’s exit as Amorim arrives in UK

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17 hours ago

November 12, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Manchester United have confirmed the departure of club legend, Ruud van Nistelrooy as assistant manager at the club.

Van Nistelrooy was appointed on an interim basis as head coach after Erik ten Hag was sacked by the Premier League club last month but Rubem Amorim signed as the new head coach from Sporting Lisbon will be coming with his own assistants hence no need of Van Nistelrooy who led the team to 3 wins and one draw as interim manager..

Van Nistelrooy oversaw four games as interim boss, in which United went unbeaten. He took charge of wins over Leicester in the Carabao Cup and Premier League as well as a UEFA Europa League victory against PAOK and a league draw with Chelsea.

Coaches Rene Hake, Jelle ten Rouwelaar and Pieter Morel have also left United.

The Red Devils released a statement on Monday, November 11 following the arrival of Ruben Amorim in the UK on Monday.

It read: “Manchester United can confirm that Ruud van Nistelrooy has left the club. Ruud rejoined in the summer and has taken charge of the team for the past four matches as interim head coach.

“Ruud is, and always will be, a Manchester United legend,” a club statement read. “We are grateful for his contribution and the way in which he has approached his role throughout his time with the club. He will always be very welcome at Old Trafford.

“Rene Hake, Jelle ten Rouwelaar and Pieter Morel have also departed and we wish them all well for the future.
“We will confirm the full men’s first team coaching composition in due course.”

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Premier League referee suspended over video rant

Published

17 hours ago

November 12, 2024

Kayode Sanni-Arewa

Premier League referee David Coote was Monday suspended after a video was posted on social media appearing to show him making derogatory remarks about former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp.

It is unclear when the video was made or how it came into circulation but, according to the clip, Coote said Klopp was “arrogant” and used offensive language.

Coote, 42, refereed Liverpool’s 2-0 win against Aston Villa on Saturday.

Refereeing body Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) said in a statement: “David Coote has been suspended with immediate effect pending a full investigation. PGMOL will be making no further comment until that process is complete.”

AFP