West Ham vs. Bournemouth Carabao Cup: How to Watch Live From Anywhere
Hammers host Cherries in EFL Cup second-round clash, offering fans a chance to see new signings and fringe players in action.
West Ham United and Bournemouth go head-to-head at the London Stadium on Wednesday, August 28th in the second round of the Carabao Cup. The match kicks off at 7:45 p.m. local time (2:45 p.m. ET, 11:45 a.m. PT in the US; and 4:45 a.m. AEDT on Thursday, August 29th, in Australia).
New West Ham boss Julen Lopetegui will be aiming to build on his first Premier League victory against Crystal Palace, while Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola will hope his side can improve on their recent cup performances. This fixture offers an opportunity for both managers to experiment with their squads, with West Ham's James Ward-Prowse and new signing Crysencio Summerville potentially featuring prominently.
For those eager to catch the action, we've outlined the best live streaming options available worldwide:
UK:
Sky Sports: Sky Sports holds the rights to Carabao Cup broadcasts in the UK. The match will be shown on their new Sky Sports Plus service. Sky Sports subscribers can stream the game via the Sky Sports app on mobile devices. However, Sky Sports Plus content is currently unavailable on Sky Go via games consoles, laptops, or PCs.
NOW: For cord-cutters, NOW Sports membership offers access to Sky Sports channels. A day pass costs £12, while a monthly plan starts at £35.
US:
ESPN Plus: Carabao Cup matches are streamed exclusively live in the US on ESPN Plus. A standalone subscription costs $11 per month or $110 annually. ESPN Plus offers coverage of EFL Cup and FA Cup fixtures throughout the season.
Canada:
DAZN Canada: DAZN holds exclusive rights to Carabao Cup matches in Canada, along with UEFA Champions League, Europa League, EFL Championship, Six Nations rugby, and WTA tennis. A DAZN subscription costs CA$30 per month or CA$200 per year.
Australia:
beIN Sports: Australian football fans can watch the EFL Cup on beIN Sports. The service is available through pay TV packages such as Foxtel, but cord-cutters can also subscribe to beIN Sports independently. A monthly subscription costs AU$15, or AU$130 annually. beIN is currently offering a free one-week trial.
Global Streaming with a VPN:
For viewers outside of these regions, a VPN can help overcome geographical restrictions. A VPN encrypts your internet traffic, allowing you to virtually change your location and access geographically-locked content.
Here's how a VPN works:
1. Choose a reputable VPN provider such as ExpressVPN.
2. Download and install the VPN software on your device.
3. Connect to a server in the region where the match is being broadcast.
4. Access the streaming service you have subscribed to (ESPN Plus, NOW Sports, DAZN, etc.)
Remember: Using a VPN for streaming sports is legal in countries where VPNs are legal, provided you have a legitimate subscription to the streaming service. However, it's crucial to ensure your VPN is properly configured to avoid potential leaks. Streaming services may terminate accounts suspected of circumventing blackout restrictions.
Quick Tips for VPN Streaming:
Your streaming experience may vary depending on your ISP, browser, streaming provider, and VPN.
If you don't see your desired location as a default option in your VPN, use the "search for city or country" feature.
If you encounter issues accessing the game, check your streaming service account to ensure the registered address is in the correct viewing area. You may need to update your address on file.
If using a smart TV without a dedicated VPN app, install the VPN on your router or mobile hotspot. This ensures all devices on the network appear to be in the correct location.
Use a privacy-first browser like Brave to log into your streaming services, as browsers can often reveal your location even when using a VPN.
With the right streaming service and a little help from a VPN, fans can enjoy this exciting Carabao Cup match from anywhere in the world.
