Disney+ and espn team up for global sports expansion

Disney+ and ESPN have announced a landmark agreement to bring a wealth of live sports to the streaming platform's expanding global audience.

Expanded sports offerings across europe and asia

Building on their existing collaboration in the US, the partnership will see ESPN's extensive library of sports content made available to Disney+ subscribers in over 50 countries across Europe and Asia starting in 2026. The aim is to have ESPN content accessible in around 100 markets worldwide.

This deal is a significant coup for Disney+, which has been steadily bolstering its sports credentials. The service has already made a splash with exclusive coverage of the Women's Champions League and NCAA basketball, featuring the likes of Spanish star Aday Mara's March Madness triumph. Now, with ESPN on board, Disney+ is poised to offer an even more comprehensive sports experience.

While exact details on which sports and events will be included in each market remain unclear, Disney+ has confirmed that the NBA, NHL, and university sports are among the competitions set to feature prominently. Additionally, the streaming giant will introduce ESPN's acclaimed documentary series 30 for 30 and a slate of sports films to its catalog.