How to watch Georgia vs. Texas: Live stream college football anywhere
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The Texas Longhorns continue their introduction to the SEC with a highly-anticipated game against the Georgia Bulldogs this weekend. We've compiled everything you need to know about how to watch Georgia vs. Texas, including cable and live streaming options.
No. 5 Georgia heads to Austin to take on no. 1 Texas on Saturday evening, the teams' first head-to-head in over five years. The teams last played in the 2019 Sugar Bowl, where Texas beat out Georgia 28-21. Georgia is 5-1 this year, only falling to Alabama last month, but Texas has so far led an undefeated season with a 6-0 record. It's the Longhorns' first year in the SEC, providing some top-notch competition for conference big-hitters like Georgia and Alabama.
Whether you're cheering for the Bulldogs or Longhorns, we've got you covered when it comes to all the ways you can watch the game. Don't forget to bookmark our college football streaming guide for info on other upcoming games.
What channel is Georgia vs. Texas on?
The Georgia vs. Texas game will air on ABC in the US. The game is scheduled to kick off on Saturday, October 19 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
How to watch Georgia vs. Texas in the US
If you don't have cable or access to a good antenna, there are a couple of ways to live stream the Georgia vs. Texas game, including broad live TV packages and a streaming service tooled toward specific games, like tonight's match-up.
At just $11.99/month, ESPN Plus is the cheapest way to watch tonight's game. The streaming service is a hub for college football games, carrying some of the top match-ups of the season. ESPN Plus isn't a direct simulcast of ABC or ESPN, but it does carry select live coverage from the networks, including robust college football and UFC offerings.
If you're looking for a streaming service that can show you the Georgia vs. Texas game plus tons of other channels in addition to ABC, then it might be time to check out a live TV streaming package. Sling TV, Fubo, and DirecTV Stream are three of our favorite month-to-month options. All three streamers made the cut on our roundup of the best sports streaming services.
Sling TV is one of the most affordable live TV packages out there, with plans starting at $40/month. You'll need to subscribe to the Sling Blue plan to access ABC, but it's important to note that Sling's local channel coverage is selective, so you should make sure the network is available in your region before signing up. Sling Blue offers 43 live channels, and if you upgrade to Sling Orange + Blue for $55/month, you can also get ESPN and other channels. Right now, you can get $20 off your first month if you sign up for any plan.
DirecTV Stream and Fubo are two other top-rated options. They're a bit more expensive than the other services in this article, with DirecTV plans starting at $87/month and Fubo subscriptions starting at $80/month, but they're solid cable alternatives that offer ABC and upwards of 90+ other live channels. Right now, you can try out DirecTV Stream free for five days or Fubo free for a whole week. Plus, Fubo will knock $20 off your first month of service if you decide to keep your subscriptions.
How to watch Georgia vs. Texas from anywhere
Football fans traveling away from home don't need to worry about missing out on any of the action. A VPN (virtual private network) can help you keep up with your usual websites, apps, and subscriptions from anywhere. ExpressVPN, which comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, is our favorite and one we've consistently recommended over time.
These easy-to-use cybersecurity tools let you change your virtual location, so you can use everything just like you would if you were back home. All of the services we've highlighted today require US forms of payment, so this option will work best for Americans who are just traveling abroad right now. You can learn more about ExpressVPN in our review, and keep reading to learn how to use a VPN.
How to watch Georgia vs. Texas with a VPN
- Sign up for a VPN if you don't have one.
- Install it on the device you're using to watch.
- Turn it on and set it to a US location.
- Sign up for the streaming service if you don't already have one.
- Enjoy the game.
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