# Disney+ expansion of sports content via ESPN

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/disney-expansion-of-sports-content-via-espn
> Updated: 2026-10-19T02:00:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Disney+ is expanding its sports broadcasting capabilities through collaborations with ESPN in various international markets.

In Romania, the service will begin streaming live NBA games starting October 22, 2026. This long-term agreement includes regular season games, select playoff matches, and specific NBA Finals seasons through the 2034/35 season. The coverage also extends to the NBA Draft and the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game.

In the Philippines, Disney+ has launched a dedicated ESPN hub that integrates live sports and original programming into existing subscriptions. This expansion provides access to the NBA, UFC events, Formula E, NCAA competitions, and NBL action. The UFC coverage includes all live events and original programming such as ‘UFC Countdown’ and ‘The Ultimate Fighter’.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-19: Disney+ launches ESPN hub in the Philippines

Disney+ has launched an ESPN hub in the Philippines, providing existing subscribers with live access to the NBA, UFC, Formula E, and various ESPN original programming.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-launches-espn-hub-in-the-philippines

### 2026-10-07: Disney+ to stream NBA games in Romania via ESPN

Disney+ is bringing live NBA games to subscribers in Romania via ESPN, starting October 22 with a Warriors vs. Lakers matchup.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/disney-to-stream-nba-games-in-romania-via-espn

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