ESPN on Disney+ arrives in 53 markets across Europe and the Asia-Pacific today, bringing the reach of the platform’s ESPN-branded hub to some 100 territories.
In select Asia-Pacific markets, among them Japan, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan and Hong Kong, a curated selection of English-language ESPN sports programming will be available on Disney+. All subs in Europe and AsiaPac will be able to access a selection of live sporting events, studio shows, films, and more.
ESPN content on Disney+ is already available across the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, Australia, and New Zealand.
“Sports and live events are an essential part of our Disney+ content library, and we’re excited to build on the success we’ve already had with sports fans, as we bring more of ESPN to Disney+ subscribers in Europe and APAC,” said Alisa Bowen, president of Disney+. “This launch adds to our growing portfolio of local sports rights around the world.”
“This expansion marks an exciting next step for ESPN and Disney+ in our commitment to sports fans,” said Freddy Rolón, head of global sports and talent office at ESPN. “ESPN has a longstanding tradition of delivering world-class content to sports fans, and the continued growth on Disney+ allows us to extend our reach and provide greater access and deeper connections with fans everywhere.”
The initial lineup includes NBA, NHL, college sports, ESPN’s award-winning 30 for 30 documentary collection and more. The sports offering on Disney+ already available in Europe includes the UEFA Women’s Champions League, LALIGA in the U.K. and Ireland, and the Copa del Rey, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League and DFB Pokal in the Nordics. Disney+ also recently expanded its deal for KeSPA’s flagship events, including Esports Championships Asia Jinju 2026.
