More people will be able to watch ESPN programming through Disney Plus with Tuesday’s launch of ESPN on Disney Plus in Europe and select Asia-Pacific markets. 

With expansion into more than 50 countries and territories in those regions, people in 100 markets worldwide can now stream ESPN content through Disney Plus, according to a Disney Plus news release. The offering brings live sporting events and studio shows together with general entertainment and family programming in a single app.

In markets including Japan, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan and Hong Kong, a curated selection of English‑language ESPN sports programming is now available on Disney Plus, according to the release. Disney Plus also said, “the initial [ESPN on Disney Plus] offering will vary by market but will grow to thousands of live events over the next year.” 

Programming includes US coverage of the NBA and NHL starting with the 2026-27 season, college sports and more live events. Disney Plus subscribers can watch ESPN’s 30 for 30 documentary collection and select studio shows.

Pre-existing sports content on Disney Plus in Europe includes the UEFA Women’s Champions League, La Liga in the UK and Ireland and the Copa del Rey, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League and DFB Pokal in the Nordic countries, according to Disney Plus.

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People in Europe and select Asia-Pacific markets just need a Disney Plus subscription to watch ESPN content on Disney Plus. In the US, Disney Plus standalone subscribers can access a curated selection of live sports events, studio shows, and ESPN films, but must subscribe to Disney Plus and ESPN Unlimited to watch all available ESPN programming on the platform.

The ESPN on Disney Plus offering is also available to people in Latin America, the Caribbean, Australia and New Zealand.