If you love football, handball or any other sport, you’ve probably wondered how to catch the action in Hungary. The market mixes free‑to‑air channels, pay TV packages and a growing number of streaming apps. Below you’ll find the easiest way to find the right service, what each one offers, and a few tips to save money.
Traditional TV still carries most of the big games. MTV (Magyar Televízió) airs national team matches and occasional UEFA Champions League fixtures on free TV. For a broader range, Sport1 and Sport2 are part of the Digi package and show domestic league football, handball championships and motor‑sport events. Digi Sport 3 focuses on motorsports and extreme sports, while Duna Sport covers water‑polo and boxing. If you have a basic cable or satellite subscription, these channels are usually included in the standard sports bundle.
Streaming has changed the picture a lot. RTL Club offers a live feed of MTV and some prime‑time football matches, and you can watch it on smartphones, tablets or smart TVs. The Hungarian version of HBO Max holds rights to selected Bundesliga and Serie A games, plus a handful of tennis tournaments. For UEFA competitions, the official UEFA.tv app provides highlights and replay, while the live rights belong to the pay‑TV platform. If you prefer an all‑in‑one solution, the Digi Online service lets you stream all Digi sport channels through a single login, and the price is similar to a basic cable package.
Starting in the 2025‑26 season, the Hungarian Football Federation signed a new multi‑year deal with Digi TV that brings more NL and La Liga matches to Digi Sport 4. That means fans who upgrade to the Digi Premium package will see extra top‑flight football without needing a second subscription.
Expats and English‑speaking fans often turn to international platforms like ESPN+ or DAZN, which also sell Hungarian‑specific packages. These services usually require a VPN if you’re outside the country, but once you’re in they give you a clean, ad‑free experience. Keep an eye on seasonal promos – many providers drop the price during the off‑season.
When you pick a service, check the language options. Most Hungarian channels broadcast in Hungarian, but many premium packages offer a secondary audio track in English, especially for major football leagues. You can switch the language in your TV settings or within the streaming app.
If you’re setting up a smart TV, the process is simple: install the Digi Online, RTL Club or HBO Max app from the app store, log in with the credentials from your subscription, and you’re ready to stream. For older TVs, a cheap HDMI streaming stick works just as well – plug it in, download the app, and you’re good to go.
Finally, don’t forget the free alternatives. The national broadcaster M1 occasionally streams live events on its website, and public sports venues often repost highlights on YouTube. While the picture quality may not match pay TV, it’s a good backup when you’re on a tight budget.
Bottom line: start with the basic Digi sport bundle if you want the widest coverage, add RTL Club for on‑demand replays, and consider HBO Max or an international service for the leagues that aren’t on Hungarian TV. Bundle your subscriptions, use a streaming stick for older sets, and you’ll never miss a match again.
MTVA, Hungary's public broadcaster, has secured expanded media rights for the UEFA Europa League and Conference League, boosting its coverage for the 2025/26 cycle. While financial terms weren't made public, this move deepens MTVA's influence in European football broadcasting for Hungarian fans.
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