Streameast Shutdown: How to Watch Football for Free This Weekend
Following the shutdown of Streameast, a popular illegal sports streaming site, fans are searching for alternative ways to watch football games. The Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE), a leading anti-piracy coalition, took down the site, which was used by millions to stream NFL and college football games.
Safe and Legal Streaming Options
Fortunately, several safe and legal streaming services offer free trials, allowing fans to watch football games this weekend without resorting to illegal streams. Options include Fubo and DirecTV, both of which provide access to major networks like FOX, CBS, NBC, and ESPN.
Free Trials and Promotions
Both DirecTV and Fubo offer free trials that can cover a significant portion of weekend football viewing. These services provide access to a wide range of games, including those broadcast on major networks and NFL RedZone.
| Streaming Service | Free Trial? | Promo | Price/Month (Starting) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DirecTV | Yes | $35 off first month | $89.99 |
| Fubo | Yes | $30 off first month | $84.99 |
Detailed Streaming Service Options
Fubo
Fubo offers live sports and entertainment with plans starting at $84.99 per month. New subscribers can get a free trial and $30 off their first month. The Elite plan with Sports Plus, including NFL RedZone and 317 channels, is $74.99 for the first month after the free trial, then $104.99 per month.
DirecTV
DirecTV also provides live sports and entertainment, with plans starting at $89.99 per month. New customers can get a five-day free trial and $35 off their first month. Access to NFL RedZone is available through the Sports Pack add-on, free for the first month, then $14.99 per month. Local channels may vary by location.
Sling
Sling offers flexible plan options to watch live sports, including college football and NFL games, with plans starting at $45.99 per month. NFL RedZone is accessible with the Sports Extra package, an additional $11 per month. Local channels may vary by area.
Peacock
Peacock broadcasts games that are on NBC, including select college football games and Sunday Night Football, with live sports plans starting at $10.99 per month. This weekend's games include Towson vs. Maryland and Ohio vs. No. 1 Ohio State, and Sunday Night Football will feature the Atlanta Falcons vs. the Minnesota Vikings.
Must-Watch Matchups This Weekend
This weekend features several exciting football matchups. On Friday night, watch Syracuse vs. Colgate and Colorado vs. Houston. Saturday includes games like No. 5 Miami vs. No. 18 South Florida and No. 6 Georgia vs. No. 15 Tennessee.
Sunday brings NFL action with the New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys, Buffalo Bills vs. New York Jets, and Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles.
While Streameast offered free streaming, it was unreliable and illegal. DirecTV and Fubo provide reliable and legal alternatives to watch football and other live sports for free during their trial periods.
