How To Stream The Super Bowl For Free
As the 58th Super Bowl approaches, fans are gearing up to watch the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers battle it out in Las Vegas. Whether you’re a die-hard football fan, excited for the halftime show, or just in it for the commercials, there are several ways to stream the game for free if you’ve cut the cord. Here are some options to catch the action live without a traditional cable package or antenna.
Paramount+ Essential and Paramount+ With Showtime
CBS will be broadcasting the game live this year, with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET. Paramount+ offers two plans to subscribe to: “Essential” that costs $5.99 per month, and “Paramount+ with Showtime,” that costs $11.99 per month. The former plan doesn’t have a live feed of the user’s local CBS affiliate, while the latter includes that plus original Showtime programming. Subscribers to both tiers of Paramount+ can watch the Super Bowl, and new subscribers can take advantage of a seven-day free trial.
NFL+
If you can’t make it to your friend’s couch in time for kickoff or you’re on the go this Super Bowl Sunday, you can watch the game on your smartphone or tablet via NFL+, starting at $6.99 per month.
Fubo TV
Fubo TV also offers a seven-day free trial, and you can cancel anytime. This is another option to stream the Super Bowl for free.
Hulu + Live TV
While it has a heftier price tag than the other streaming services aforementioned, the Super Bowl LVIII festivities will also be available on Hulu + Live TV (starting at $76.99 per month, with ads). But, the higher price tag gets you access to major live events, Disney+, ESPN+, over 95 top channels, movies, Hulu Originals and more.
Watching Traditionally
For those who prefer traditional methods, CBS is available via an antenna for free or through a cable, satellite, or live TV streaming services like Hulu + Live TV or DirecTV Stream.
International Broadcasts
For viewers outside the US, the NFL Network will be providing more than 70 hours of live Super Bowl Week coverage. Check the full list of countries where you can watch the Super Bowl LVIII broadcast.
Super Bowl LVIII Broadcast Details
Super Bowl 58 will be a rematch of the 2020 Super Bowl, which the Chiefs won 31-20 after being down 20-10 at the start of the fourth quarter. It was the first Super Bowl title for quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who led the team to another trophy last year. The Chiefs are looking to be the first repeat NFL champions since the New England Patriots won back-to-back titles in 2004 and 2005. The 49ers have not been to a Super Bowl since losing to the Chiefs in 2020 and haven’t won a title since 1995.
When and Where
Super Bowl 58 will take place on Sunday, Feb. 11, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET. For international viewers, the start time may vary based on the time zone.
Channels and Streaming
The game will be broadcast live in the US on CBS and streamed on Paramount Plus. The CBS channel is available on cable TV, as well as via live TV streaming services. Spanish-language broadcast will be available on Univision, and a kid-friendly version will be on Nickelodeon.
Streaming Lag and Free Trials
As Paramount Plus offers a one-week free trial, viewers can try out the service to stream the game and then cancel the trial if they choose not to keep it after the Super Bowl. However, it’s important to note that streaming services may have a lag of around 40 seconds behind cable, social media, and sports betting apps.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I stream the Super Bowl for free?
Yes, streaming services like Paramount+ offer a free trial period, allowing viewers to stream the Super Bowl for free during the trial period.
2. What time is the Super Bowl?
The Super Bowl is scheduled to kick off at 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024.
3. What channels will broadcast the Super Bowl?
The Super Bowl will be broadcast live in the US on CBS and streamed on Paramount Plus. Spanish-language broadcast will be available on Univision, and a kid-friendly version will be on Nickelodeon.
4. Is there a streaming lag when watching the Super Bowl?
Yes, streaming services may have a lag of around 40 seconds behind cable, social media, and sports betting apps.
5. How can international viewers watch the Super Bowl?
International viewers can tune into the NFL Network, which will be providing more than 70 hours of live Super Bowl Week coverage. They should also check the full list of countries where they can watch the Super Bowl LVIII broadcast.
6. What are the options for traditional viewing of the Super Bowl?
For traditional viewing, CBS is available via an antenna for free or through a cable, satellite, or live TV streaming services like Hulu + Live TV or DirecTV Stream.