How to Install and Activate FOX Sports on Android TV [2023]

by Natalie

If you would like to watch live games of the NFL, MLB, NASCAR, and NBA on Android TV, FOX Sports is the all-in-one application that you should have. The FOX Sports app is compatible with Android smartphones and tablets, including Android TVs. Therefore, you can easily install the app from the Google Play Store.

With FOX Sports on Android TV, you can stream the 2023 USFL season that starts on April 15, 2023, and ends on July 1, 2023. By using this app, you can know top stories, get instant scores, and watch highlights. For watching live TV on FOX Sports, you need to sign up with your cable TV provider.

You can also watch FOX Sports on Android TV without cable using live TV streaming services like Sling TV, fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream, YouTube TV, and Vidgo. Make sure that you have a valid subscription to watch FS1 and FS2 channels.

How to Watch FOX Sports on Android TV

To stream FOX Sports on Android TV, you can use any one of the following methods.

  • Using the FOX Sports App
  • Visit the FOX Sports Official Website
  • Sideload FOX Sports APK using Downloader
  • Cast FOX Sports on Android TV

How to Install FOX Sports on Android TV

#1. First of all, launch the Google Play store on your Android TV.

#2. Go to the search bar, enter FOX Sports, and search for it.

FOX SPORTS app icon on Google Play store

#3. Tap on the Install option after choosing the app icon.

#4. Click Open to launch the FOX Sports app once it is installed.

#5. You will get an activation code on the screen.

#6. Next, visit https://go.foxsports.com from a PC or mobile browser.

#7. Enter the code carefully and click Submit.

Enter code and click Submit

#8. Follow the on-screen instructions to sign in with your TV provider.

#9. Once it gets verified, the app will reload automatically to display the FOX Sports content on your TV. You can also stream MLS on Android TV through this app.

How to Watch FOX Sports Live on Android TV Using Official Website

1. Open a web browser on your Android TV.

2. Enter https://www.foxsports.com/live in the address bar and go to that website.

Click Sign In

3. Tap Sign In at the left sidebar. Select your TV provider from the list.

Select your TV provider

4. Sign in with your TV provider with the appropriate credentials.

5. Once signed in, you will be able to stream all the live events on your Android TV.

How to Sideload FOX Sports on Android TV [Outside the US]

Due to programming restrictions and laws, FOX Sports is currently available only in the United States and its Territories like American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. Therefore, you can sideload this app only through third-party apps such as Downloader or ES File Explorer. Downloader is completely safe and available on the Google Play Store.

#1. Launch the Google Play Store.

#2. On the search bar, type Downloader and search for it.

#3. Select Downloader and click on Install.

Downloader open button

#4. After the installation, go back to the home screen and open Settings.

Settings on Android TV

#5. Choose Device Preferences > Security & restrictions.

Security & restrictions

#6. Select Unknown sources and slide the toggle located next to the Downloader app.

Install unknown apps on Android TV

#7. Open the Downloader app and click on Allow (only for the first time).

#8. Navigate to the URL field and enter the Fox Sports Android TV APK download link.

Downloader URL field

#10. Click Go, and the apk file will download on your Android TV.

#11. Open the downloaded file and click the Install button.

#12. Once the app is installed, launch it and stream the content with the help of a VPN.

How to Cast FOX Sports to Android TV

#1. Connect your smartphone and Android TV to the same WiFi network.

#2. Install FOX Sports from the Google Play store.

#3. Launch the FOX Sports app and follow the instructions to sign in with your tv provider.

#4. Choose the Cast icon on the top right corner of the Fox Sports app.

#5. From the list of devices, select your Android TV.

#6. The Fox Sports logo will appear on the TV screen. Play the content you want and watch it on the TV.

Fox Sports home screen on TV

How to Watch FOX Sports on Android TV Without Cable

If you don’t have a cable TV provider subscription, no need to worry. You can use the following live TV streaming services to watch FOX Sports channels like FS1 and FS2.

  • fuboTV – $74.99/month (includes a 7-day free trial)
  • Sling TV – $40/month (no free trial)
  • Hulu + Live TV – $69.99/month (no free trial)
  • DirecTV Stream – $74.99/month (5-day free trial)
  • Vidgo – $69.99/month (1-week free trial)
  • YouTube TV – $72.99/month (free trial for 7 days)

Supported Android TVs

  • Sony Smart TV
  • TCL Smart TV
  • Sharp Smart TV
  • Skyworth Smart TV
  • Philips Smart TV
  • Mi Smart TV
  • Hisense Smart TV

Supported Android TV Boxes

  • Nvidia Shield TV
  • DIRECTV Stream Box
  • Mi Box 4K

FOX Sports Other Supported Devices

  • Android
  • iOS
  • Apple TV
  • Amazon Fire TV
  • Xbox One
  • Roku
  • Samsung Smart TV
  • Google Chromecast
  • Windows
  • macOS
  • Browsers
    • Chrome
    • Firefox
    • Internet Explorer
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Safari

FAQ

1. How to watch FOX Sports on Android TV for free?

You can use the free trial of fuboTV, Vidgo, and YouTube TV to stream FOX Sports content for free.

2. Can you watch FOX Sports in 4K?

Yes, you can watch TV shows in 4K quality by signing up with a TV provider subscription on the FOX Sports app.

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