ESPN and Disney+ have announced the launch of ESPN on Disney+ in Europe and select Asia-Pacific markets, bringing the offering to 53 countries and territories across the two regions. ESPN is now available through Disney+ in approximately 100 markets worldwide.
In select Asia-Pacific markets — Japan, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, and Hong Kong — a curated selection of English-language ESPN sports programming will be available in this initial phase. All Disney+ subscribers in both regions will have access to live sporting events, studio shows, films, and other sports content alongside the platform’s existing general entertainment and kids and family programming.
“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,” says Alisa Bowen, President, 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,” says Freddy Rolón, Head of Global Sports and Talent Office, 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 offering will vary by market. Over the next year, content is expected to grow to thousands of live events, including NBA and NHL coverage beginning with the 2026-27 season, NCAA championships including men’s and women’s March Madness, college basketball, college football, the College Football Playoff, bowl games, the Little League World Series, and the Savannah Bananas.
Disney+ subscribers will also have access to ESPN’s 30 for 30 documentary collection and select studio shows including ESPN FC.
The expansion builds on existing sports content already on Disney+ in Europe, including the UEFA Women’s Champions League, LALIGA in the UK and Ireland, and the Copa del Rey, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League, and DFB Pokal in the Nordics. In APAC markets, the offering will include KeSPA’s Esports Championships Asia Jinju 2026 and the 2026 LoL KeSPA Cup.