The short answer: to watch Ligue 1 in the USA you need beIN Sports, which holds exclusive US rights through the 2028/29 season and shows at least four live matches every round. The cheapest way in is a Fanatiz subscription; Fubo and Sling's World Sports package also carry beIN. On a budget? Tubi streams selected Ligue 1 matches free, and TV5MONDE carries one French-language game each Saturday.
If you've seen guides pointing to DAZN or a standalone "Ligue 1+" app, that's coverage for other countries — in the US it's beIN. Here's every option with prices.
Where to watch Ligue 1 in the USA
| Where | What you get | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| beIN Sports via Fanatiz | beIN's channels incl. English & Spanish Ligue 1 coverage | Cheapest paid route |
| Fubo | beIN Sports in its channel lineup, 7-day free trial | Live-TV bundle |
| Sling TV (World Sports) | beIN Sports add-on | Add-on pricing |
| beIN Sports Connect | beIN's own streaming service | Standalone |
| Tubi | Selected Ligue 1 matches live | Free |
| TV5MONDE USA | One French-language match each Saturday | With TV package |
beIN shows a minimum of four live Ligue 1 matches per matchweek — typically including PSG, Marseille or Monaco — plus Ligue 2 and the Trophée des Champions.
The cheapest way to watch Ligue 1
- Most matches, lowest price: Fanatiz — it exists precisely to sell beIN Sports to US soccer fans without a cable bundle.
- Trying before you buy: Fubo's 7-day free trial covers a full matchweek of beIN coverage.
- Free: Tubi carries selected live Ligue 1 matches under a deal running through the 2026/27 season, plus the free beIN Sports Xtra channel (also on Pluto TV) for shoulder programming and occasional live games.
Watching in French or Spanish
beIN Sports en Español covers Ligue 1 in Spanish across the same platforms. For French commentary, TV5MONDE USA airs one Saturday match per round — a nice option if you follow PSG or want the authentic feed.
When does the 2026/27 Ligue 1 season start?
Ligue 1 traditionally kicks off in mid-August, the same window as the Premier League and La Liga. beIN's coverage starts from the opening round — check the weekend's picks on beIN's schedule once announced.
FAQ
Is Ligue 1 on DAZN in the USA? No — DAZN's Ligue 1 coverage is for other markets. In the US the rights belong exclusively to beIN Sports through 2028/29.
Can I watch Ligue 1 for free in the USA? Yes — Tubi streams selected matches free, and beIN Sports Xtra (free on Tubi and Pluto TV) carries occasional live games.
Where can I watch PSG in the USA? League games on beIN Sports (via Fanatiz, Fubo or Sling); PSG's Champions League matches stream on Paramount+ — see what channel the Champions League is on.
Is every Ligue 1 game televised in the US? No — beIN guarantees at least four live matches per round rather than the full slate, prioritizing the biggest fixtures.
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Sources: beIN Media Group — Ligue 1 US rights extension through 2028/29; Live Soccer TV — Ligue 1 US broadcast listings. Rights and platforms change — confirm on beIN Sports' official schedule before subscribing.
