Paramount+ launched in the United States over a decade ago, in 2014, and in addition to a growing catalog of films and TV programs, it offers a wide variety of sports too.
This make make it a compelling subscription for those who are looking for value for money - particularly for those who enjoy their soccer just as much as watching the latest blockbuster movie or top quality show.
Here at GOAL, we are about to take you through a step-by-step guide on the streaming provider. So, let's get into it...
What sports are available on Paramount+?
Paramount+ offers subscribers coverage of multiple leagues and sports, so most fans will want to check to see if their team has a game on the service. In order to access the maximum amount of sports available, you'll need to be on the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME package. Here's a selection of the key sports coverage they provide for customers.
NCAA Division I Men's Basketball | The Masters |
Big Ten Football on CBS | PGA Golf Tour |
The PGA Championship | Women's Soccer |
Soccer on Paramount+
Getty Images SportSoccer enthusiasts will likely be most excited by the wide range of coverage available through Paramount+.
Most notably, Paramount+ carries broadcasting rights to the most prestigious competition in soccer, the UEFA Champions League game.
The Champions League regularly sees the best European teams battle it out and delivers some of the most exciting, intriguing matches on the soccer calendar.
With leagues and competitions across Europe and internationally, it's safe to say Paramount+ has something for almost every soccer fan.
Here are the competitions covered by the provider.
UEFA Champions League | CONCACAF |
UEFA Europa League | Italy's Serie A |
UEFA Conference League | Coppa Italia |
Nationa Women's Soccer League (NWSL) | Supercoppa Italiana |
Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) | English Football League (EPL) |
RELATED: How to watch and live stream UEFA Champions League soccer in the 2024-25 season
Football on Paramount+
Getty Images SportAmerican football watchers also have plenty to watch on the service. There are live streams of NFL games available to all US subscribers.
These games are the same as those that are available on your local CBS station and, as a result, blackout restrictions apply. In short, if a game is broadcasted locally in your market, it is unlikely you’ll find it on Paramount+.
College football fans can also watch the coverage provided by their local CBS station on the streaming service. This includes live matches of military academy games.
Basketball on Paramount+
Getty Images NewsSimilar to the football offering on Paramount+, it gives subscribers CBS’ coverage of college basketball. Perhaps most impressively, this offering includes the annual NCAA men's March Madness tournament.
Golf on Paramount+
Getty Images SportAs a result of CBS’ coverage of the PGA Golf Tour events, Paramount+ subscribers can stream the games they’ll usually find on the TV while on the move. The offer includes weekend rounds of both the Masters and PGA Championship.
Paramount+ compared to other sports streaming services
It is difficult to compare the service to purely sports-focused offerings, because of the entertainment it also offers subscribers. For those that are primarily interested in sports, it is worth comparing Paramount+ to other streaming services on the market.
On the whole, we'd say Paramount+ is good value for money for those who want a hybrid of sport and entertainment.
Paramount+ | Paramount+ with SHOWTIME | ESPN+ | Apple TV+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Monthly price | $7.99 | $12.99 | $11.99 | $9.99 |
Annual price | $59.99 | $119.99 | $119.99 | N/A |
Live sports streaming | Limited (no local CBS) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Entertainment | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
The bottom line
Paramount+ offers excellent soccer coverage as well as a well-rounded selection of other sports.
Combined with its growing entertainment library and relatively low cost, this will be enough to encourage many to try the subscription service. Those who are unsure can also try a seven-day free trial at the moment, and this will likely give potential subscribers the insight they need to make a decision.
You can find out more about Paramount+ and how it adds to your current sports packages here.