Sky Sports+ Revealed: Your Guide to 50% More Live Sport at No Extra Cost

Get ready, sports fans! A game-changing transformation is on the horizon. Sky Sports is set to redefine your viewing experience with the launch of Sky Sports+, an innovative enhancement promising an unprecedented volume of live sport at absolutely no additional cost for existing subscribers. Launching this August, Sky Sports+ is more than just an upgrade; it's a revolutionary leap, offering over 50% more live sport and dramatically increasing your choice of events across various platforms, including Sky Q, Glass, Stream, NOW, and the revamped Sky Sports mobile app. For those who enjoy the comprehensive sports offerings via services like Sky X Sport, this means even more top-tier action right at your fingertips.

Imagine a world where you rarely miss a moment of the action, where concurrent games are no longer a dilemma but a choice. Sky Sports+ makes this a reality, integrating seamlessly into your existing subscription and elevating the entire sports consumption landscape. From an unparalleled expansion of the English Football League (EFL) to a deeper dive into the world of tennis and rugby, this is Sky's commitment to delivering more of what you love.

What is Sky Sports+ and How Does it Transform Your Viewing?

At its core, Sky Sports+ is an evolution of the traditional Sky Sports offering, designed to expand choice and accessibility without increasing the financial burden on current subscribers who have the complete Sky Sports pack. It's built on three key pillars:

Vast Increase in Live Streams: Sky Sports+ boasts the capability to show up to 100 live events simultaneously through concurrent streams. This means an end to the frustrating clashes between your favourite fixtures, offering you the power to choose what you want to watch, when you want it.
Dedicated Sky Sports+ Linear Channel: Alongside the extensive streaming options, a new linear channel will be introduced, showcasing a curated selection of the best live sport available through Sky Sports+. This provides an easy-to-access hub for top events, ensuring you don't miss out on prime action.
Revamped Sky Sports Mobile App: The mobile app is undergoing a significant overhaul to become the ultimate companion for Sky Sports+. It will feature an intuitive interface designed for easier browsing, discovery, and direct streaming of all the new content. This makes on-the-go viewing more seamless and comprehensive than ever before.

This integration across Sky's various platforms – Sky Q, Glass, Stream, and NOW – ensures that regardless of how you access your Sky Sports content, the benefits of Sky Sports+ will be readily available. This move solidifies Sky's expanded live sports universe, making it more accessible and richer in content than ever.

Unprecedented Access: The EFL Revolution and Beyond

The most significant beneficiary of the Sky Sports+ launch is undoubtedly the English Football League (EFL). Sky Sports+ comes at the dawn of a landmark, long-term partnership with the EFL, promising an unparalleled level of coverage:

Over 1,000 EFL Games Per Season: This is a staggering increase, ensuring that fans of the Championship, League One, and League Two will have more opportunities than ever to follow their teams.
Every Team More Than 20 Times: No club will be left behind. Every single team across all three divisions will feature on Sky Sports+ at least 20 times throughout the season.
Every Championship Club at Least 24 Times: Championship fans, in particular, will enjoy extensive coverage, with their club appearing on screen a minimum of 24 times.

The scale of this commitment will be evident from the very first weekend of the 2024/25 season, which will see every single game from the Championship, League One, and League Two streamed live – a truly historic moment in broadcasting. This level of dedication ensures that every kick, every tackle, and every goal from across the EFL will be accessible to fans.

But the expansion isn't limited to football. Sky Sports+ is also set to enhance coverage for other popular sports:

Tennis Tours: Fans of the ATP and WTA Tours will gain access to more live matches, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the world's best tennis talent.
Men's Super League: Rugby league enthusiasts will enjoy a boost in live coverage, bringing more thrilling moments from the Men's Super League directly to their screens.
A World of Sport: Beyond these expansions, Sky continues to be the home for a vast array of sports. Through platforms like Sky X Sport, subscribers can already dive into the adrenaline of Formula 1 & MotoGP, the precision of Golf, the intensity of NHL, and the global spectacle of football, including the ADMIRAL Bundesliga, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League, Premier League, and Deutsche Bundesliga. The advent of Sky Sports+ simply amplifies this already impressive portfolio, adding depth and choice to an already rich offering.

Enhanced Viewing Experience: More Than Just Quantity

Jonathan Licht, Managing Director at Sky Sports, rightly points out that Sky Sports+ isn't just about quantity; it's about improving the overall experience. The enhanced mobile app and the dedicated linear channel are crucial to this mission. With so much content available, the ability to easily browse, discover, and watch your preferred sport becomes paramount.

Smart Discovery: The revamped Sky Sports mobile app is designed to help you navigate the vast sea of live events, making it easier to find what you want to watch and even discover new sports or teams.
Personalised Experience: Future iterations could potentially offer more personalised recommendations, ensuring you're always aware of the games and events that matter most to you.
Accessibility Across Devices: Whether you're at home on your Sky Q box, unwinding with Sky Glass, streaming on Sky Stream, using NOW, or catching up on your mobile, Sky Sports+ is integrated. This multi-platform approach means your sports content is truly accessible wherever you are.

Maximising Your Sky X Sport Experience with Sky Sports+

For users of Sky X Sport, the benefits of Sky Sports+ are directly applicable. Sky X Sport already offers the entire Sky Sport program via its app, accessible on mobile, laptop, or TV. With Sky Sports+, the volume and variety of content available through your Sky X Sport account will significantly increase, all at no extra cost. This means more live football from Austria, England, Germany, and Europe, alongside an even richer selection of tennis, motorsport, and more.

Practical Tip: Device Management for Sky X Sport Users: Your Sky X Sport account allows you to connect up to four devices. While you can stream instantly after purchase, remember that changes to connected devices are possible once per calendar month. This flexibility ensures you can adapt your viewing setup to suit your needs, whether you're watching the Champions League on your TV or catching an EFL League One match on your tablet.

To get started and ensure you benefit from Sky Sports+, simply ensure your existing Sky Sports subscription includes the complete Sky Sports pack. The updates will roll out automatically, integrating the new features and content seamlessly into your current service.

Conclusion

Sky Sports+ represents a monumental shift in how sports fans consume live action. By offering over 50% more content, an unparalleled commitment to the EFL, and an enhanced viewing experience across all platforms, Sky is not just adding more sport; it's enriching the entire sports journey. The promise of "no extra cost" for existing complete Sky Sports subscribers makes this an even more compelling proposition, solidifying Sky's position as the ultimate destination for sports enthusiasts. Whether you're a devoted football follower, a tennis aficionado, or a motorsport fanatic, Sky Sports+, delivered through comprehensive services like Sky X Sport, ensures you're always at the heart of the action, with more choice, more access, and a better experience than ever before.