Best VPNs for streaming sports in 2024: NordVPN, ExpressVPN and more services to help fans find live streams

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As a sports fan, there is nothing more frustrating than getting ready for the big game, turning on your TV and then … blackout. Regional restrictions and disputes between broadcasters and leagues can leave viewers searching for alternative streams.

Sure, you can go down a Reddit rabbit hole in order to find the biggest matchup of the evening, but those links are often unreliable. Buffering, constant pop-up ads, non-HD quality — that’s not exactly an enjoyable experience.

But there is a way to avoid all of these issues. A virtual private network, or VPN, allows you to find a stable stream and dismiss any concerns about the security of your internet connection. Additionally, the cost of a VPN may be cheaper than purchasing several subscriptions to streaming services.

So, which VPN will work for you? Here is everything you need to know about some of the best VPN options for sports fans.

1. NordVPN NordVPN claims that it is the fastest VPN provider on the market because it has a massive amount of servers. You rarely have to deal with connection issues, and the setup is simple.

When it comes to plans, NordVPN has three options: Standard, Plus and Ultimate. The monthly cost is cheap if you decide to buy a long-term plan.

Monthly plan: $12.99 (Standard), $13.99 (Plus), $15.99 (Ultimate) One-year plan: $4.99 per month (Standard), $5.99 per month (Plus), $7.99 per month (Ultimate) Two-year plan: $3.39 per month (Standard), $4.39 per month (Plus), $6.39 per month (Ultimate)
2. ExpressVPN ExpressVPN is another ultra-fast service that gives users access to crystal-clear streams. It’s easy to download the service, and if you run into any issues, there is a 24/7 live chat available.

You can save nearly 50 percent on an ExpressVPN purchase by choosing a 12-month plan.

One month: $12.95 Six months: $9.99 per month 12 months (plus three months free): $6.67 per month
3. Surfshark In addition to solid speed, Surfshark offers the ability to connect to an unlimited number of devices on one account.

Surfshark has three plans: Starter, One and One+. The one- and two-year plans in particular are great deals.

Monthly plan: $15.45 (Starter), $15.95 (One), $17.95 (One+) One-year plan: $2.99 per month (Starter), $3.49 per month (One), $5.49 per month (One+) Two-year plan: $2.29 per month (Starter), $2.89 per month (One), $4.49 per month (One+)
4. CyberGhost VPN CyberGhost VPN has nearly 12,000 servers in 100 countries, so you never have to worry about losing access to a live stream, even if you are traveling abroad. It also includes strong security features and never logs your information.

The six-month and two-year plans come with a 45-day money-back guarantee.

One month: $12.99 Six months: $6.99 per month Two years (plus two months free): $2.19 per month
5. Private Internet Access Private Internet Access is extremely user-friendly and transparent. Its apps are completely open-source, meaning the source code is available to view.

Similar to CyberGhost VPN, Private Internet Access has one-month, six-month and two-year plans.

One month: $11.99 Six months: $7.50 per month Two years (plus two months free): $2.19 per month

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Author(s)

Jordan Greer has been with The Sporting News since 2015. He previously worked for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He is a graduate of Westminster College and Syracuse University.