Optus Sport is Closing Soon: Everything Football Fans Need to Know
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Optus Sport is Optus' Live and On-Demand football streaming platform made for football lovers. An Optus Sport subscription is a great streaming service for football on the go or at home, but is it right for you? Here we cover Optus Sport pros & cons, subscriptions & pricing, what is available to watch and more. Read on for the full info.
Optus Sport is Closing Soon: Everything Football Fans Need to Know
Big news for Australian football fans: Optus Sport, the long-time home of English and international football streaming, will shut down its digital service in Australia from 1 August 2025. All current football coverage—including the Premier League and other top competitions—will move exclusively to Stan Sport.
Why is Optus Sport Closing?
Optus Sport has played a major role in bringing football to Aussie screens since its launch in 2016. Due to recent changes in broadcast rights and strategic shifts, the service will cease operating, with Stan Sport now becoming Australia’s official broadcaster for many of the world’s favorite football competitions.
Which Football Leagues Are Moving to Stan Sport?
From 1 August, Optus Sport will no longer host live games, highlights or replays. Instead, you’ll find the following football content exclusively on Stan Sport:
- English Premier League (EPL)
- Emirates FA Cup
- J League (Japan)
- National Women’s Soccer League (USA)
What Do Current Optus Sport Subscribers Need to Do?
If you want to keep watching your favourite teams and leagues, you’ll need to switch to Stan Sport. Optus is directly contacting affected customers with detailed instructions on how to sign up and activate your exclusive offer.
- If you currently pay $9.99 per month for Optus Sport, you can continue to enjoy the EPL, FA Cup, J League and NWSL on Stan Sport at the same price for the next three football seasons.
- Eligible Optus Sport customers will get bonus access to Stan Premium and Stan Sport (full package) at no extra cost, from August up to 8 January 2026.
- After this period, you can either continue with Stan Premium/Sport at an additional monthly charge, or revert to a dedicated $9.99 football-only package.
Annual Optus Sport subscribers will receive a pro-rated refund for remaining subscription time after the closure, and are invited to take up the new Stan Sport offer at the same $9.99 monthly rate.
To redeem these deals, make sure you sign up to Stan with your Optus-linked email address. If you used Optus SubHub, you can still move to Stan Sport using your email, but Stan Sport subscriptions won’t be managed via SubHub going forward.
What About Existing Stan Sport Customers?
If you already have a Stan Sport account, you don’t need to do anything. You’ll find all the football content previously available on Optus Sport added to your current Stan Sport subscription automatically from August 1.
How Much Does Stan Sport Cost?
| Stan Plan | Monthly Price | Stan Sport Add-On (per month) | Total Price (Stan + Sport) | No. of Screens | HD & 4K Support |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $12 | $20 | $32 | 1 | HD |
| Standard | $17 | $20 | $37 | 3 | HD |
| Premium | $22 | $20 | $42 | 4 | HD & 4K |
Note: Most Optus Sport subscribers will pay just $9.99 per month for the main football coverage for the next three seasons, with exclusive upgrade offers available during promotional periods.
What Else Is on Stan Sport?
Stan Sport is more than just football. As a subscriber, you’ll get access to:
- UEFA Champions League
- Rugby (Six Nations, Super Rugby Pacific, Rugby Sevens)
- Grand Slam tennis
- Motorsports (Formula E, INDYCAR, Australian Superbikes & Motocross)
- Combat sports (Bellator, PFL, boxing)
- Sports documentaries, panel shows, and expert commentary
All Stan Sport content is streamed live and on-demand, with no ads during matches or events.
Need Help?
Look out for emails from Optus about your account closure and Stan Sport migration. For personalised help, contact Optus customer service or reach out to Stan support for any Stan-specific questions.
Don’t miss a minute of the football you love—make sure you switch from Optus Sport to Stan Sport before 1 August 2025!
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to my Optus Sport subscription after 1 August 2025?
Your Optus Sport access will end on 1 August 2025. Optus will finalise all eligible refunds and notify you by email when your account is closed. Football content will be exclusively on Stan Sport from this date.
How do I get the $9.99/month Stan Sport football offer as an Optus Sport customer?
Sign up for Stan using the same email linked to your Optus Sport account. If eligible, you’ll unlock Stan Sport football content for $9.99/month for the next three football seasons. Be sure to check your inbox for an official invitation from Optus to access this deal.
What if I used Optus SubHub to manage my subscription?
You can still move to Stan Sport by signing up with your Optus-linked email address, but please note your new Stan subscription will no longer appear in SubHub for management or billing.
Will I still be able to watch on the Optus Sport app or website?
No—Optus Sport’s digital platforms, including the app and website, will be completely shut down. From 1 August, you’ll need to use the Stan app or website to continue streaming football.
What sports are included in Stan Sport besides football?
Stan Sport also includes the UEFA Champions League, rugby (Six Nations, Super Rugby Pacific, Rugby Sevens), Grand Slam tennis, motorsport (Formula E, INDYCAR, Australian Superbikes & Motocross), combat sports (Bellator, PFL, boxing), and more.
Who can I contact for help or questions?
For account or refund questions, contact Optus customer support. For Stan Sport sign-up or streaming issues, contact Stan support.
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Is Optus Sport Any Good?
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| On-Demand and Live football matches. | Only football is available, unlike Kayo |
| Offers HD video streaming. | HD resolution is limited to 720p. |
| Discount for bundling with Optus plans. | Only offers 5 premium leagues. |
If you have an Optus mobile plan or love football, then Optus Sport is perfect for you.
You'll get all of your favorite sports delivered in high-quality streaming for a relatively low price.
Optus Sport has 5 premium football leagues including English Premier League, J-League, European Football, Women’s Internationals and more.
If the EPL, J. League, or UEFA Nations League are some of your favorites, then the app is a must-have.
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Here is a quick glance at some leagues exclusive to Optus Sport:
- English Premier League
- J. League
- Barclay’s FA Women’s Super League
- UEFA Nations League
- UEFA Women’s EURO 2024
- FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
- FA Women’s Super League
- European Qualifiers
- 2024 FIFA Club World Cup
What Other Features Does Optus Sport offer?
You'll also get access to OS Fitness, which is a fitness app that allows you to stay active from the comfort of your own home.
There is a handle no spoiler function which allows you to keep unwatched matches fresh and in the queue without seeing spoiler highlights.
Another cool feature of Optus Sport is its 'Mini matches' which are short highlights of matches you can watch quickly if you don’t have time to sit and watch a full game. Mini matches come in 3-minute, 9-minute, 25-minute, 45-minute, and 90-minute segments so you can choose what works best for you. This is a great feature for commuters or for when you find yourself waiting for your haircut!
If you want to relive some of the league's greatest moments, ‘Mini Classics’ or on-demand matches and highlights from previous seasons are also available on the app.
Optus Sport Price & Subscription Options
| Optus Sport Plan Name | Optus Sport Add-on (Optus Internet/Mobile Customers) | Optus Sport Monthly Plan | Optus Sport Annual Pass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optus Sport Subscription Cost | $9.99 /month | $24.99 /month | $229.00 /year |
If you are an Optus customer with an Optus mobile plan or Optus internet plan, you can add on an Optus Sport subscription to your bill for just $6.99 a month.
To sign up for or log into Optus Sport, download the platform from your app store and start from there. If you're using a computer, you only need to go to Optus Sport homepage to sign up.
Optus Sport Annual Pass vs. Monthly Pass
Over the course of a year, an Optus Sport monthly subscription works out to be roughly $300. You can save $80 on your Optus Sport subscription if you purchase an annual pass and pay one lump sum of $229.00.
However, we must admit that both of these prices are steep when you compare them to the $6.99 /month (Total: $84 /year) Optus customers pay when you bundle Optus sport with your mobile or internet plan.
Optus has a wide range of plans cutting-edge plans, including Optus 5G.
If you are interested in bundling your plans to get Optus Sport, Optus NBN internet plans starts at $79 /month and Optus Mobile plans start at $30/month. Another added benefit of going with a bundle like this is that Optus internet plans will also have a Netflix subscription included for free.
In theory, you could "cut the cord" completely with an Optus Internet plan that includes Netflix, adding on an Optus Sport plan, and taking advantage of all the free-to-air channels available on Free view.
Is Optus Sport Free for Optus Customers?
Sadly, as of August 1st, 2022 Optus Sport is no long free for Optus Internet or Optus mobile customers. The free subscription feature was discontinued. However, Optus customers do get a discounted price of $6.99 per month for Optus Sport.
What is "OS Fitness | Trending" Your Optus Sport subscription also gives you access to 'OS Fitness | Trending,' an extra service dedicated to you and your family's health and well-being. A variety of fitness activities for adults and children are available including meditation, yoga, Pilates, and fighting challenges.
Does Optus Sport Have a Free Trial?
Unfortunately, Optus Sport does not offer a free trial anymore. There used to offer a free 14-day trial in the past, which is no longer available.
Instead the program has a select few interviews and highlights which are free to watch. Occasionally ‘Free Seat Matches,’ or a game that anyone is allowed to watch free of charge is available through the app.
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What Devices Can I Use Optus Sport With?
You can access the Optus Sport app using the following devices:
- Google Chrome, Safari, Edge, and Firefox browsers on your computer.
- Android or iOS smartphones and tablets.
- Xbox One S and One X consoles
- Apple TV, Amazon Fire, Fetch TV, and Chromecast
If you are watching on your mobile device, Optus Sport has a maximum screen resolution of 720p for devices with smaller screens.
How Many Devices Can Use Optus Sport At Once?
You may authorize four devices at any one time to use a single Optus account. You can de-authorize one of those four devices once a month.
After you linked the maximum four devices to your account, you must de-authorize one device if you want to add a new device. The function to de-authorize a device is accessed through your account in the app.
How to Connect Your TV With Optus Sport
Connecting your TV to Optus Sport is usually as straight-forward as using the app and the instructions below:
How to Connect Optus Sport to Your Fetch TV
Matches are streamed in 720p on Fetch.
To watch Optus Sport through Fetch, you can either:
- Watch the Optus Sport channels on Fetch (only if you have the Optus Sport channel pack)
- Select a channel (Optus Sport channel 1 - 6)
- Log into the Optus Sport App.
- Open Menu.
- Click 'TV' and find Optus Sport.
- Enter your Optus login details.
How to Connect Optus Sport to Your Apple TV
Matches are streamed in 720p through Apple TV.
To stream your favorite matches to your Apple TV, you can:
- For users who have a first to third generation Apple TV:
- Open Optus Sport on your mobile/tablet.
- Select what you'd like to watch and click Play.
- Press 'Airplay in the top right corner and select your Apple TV.
- For users who have a fourth for fifth generation Apple TV:
- Search for Optus Sport in the app store.
- Download the app.
- Login to enjoy!
How to Stream Optus Sport Using Chromecast
If you want to stream Optus Sport on your TV with Chromecast:
- Check to see if Chromecast and mobile/tablet are on same WIFI network.
- Open Optus Sport app on your mobile/tablet.
- Tap 'cast' icon in top right corner of the app.
- Select your Chromecast.
- The 'cast' icon should change color and the video will begin to play on your TV.
- To stop casting, tap the 'cast' icon again
Amazon Fire Stick, LG, Samsung, & Android TVs
On all devices 720p streaming is the maximum resolution available.
For all the above smart TVs (Amazon Fire Stick, LG TVs, Samsung TVs, & Android TVs) connecting with Optus Sport is the same:
- Open home/ navigate to your smart TVs App store (Amazon apps, LG content store, Google Play store, etc.)
- Search for the Optus Sport app.
- Download/open the app.
- Enter your login info and enjoy!
Having technical issues with Optus Sport or have questions about Optus plans? Contact Optus customer support now!
