Since the beginning of the 1920s America has been known to be a rather passionate country when it comes to sports. Some of us become so emotionally invested in a certain team or organization that we simply cannot miss a game. The sports streaming market is absolutely booming and as a result, major
streaming companies like YouTube TV, Hulu, Xfinity Wireless, and DIRECTV STREAM are directing their advertisements towards the sports connoisseurs of our country.

Ranging from $69.99 to $159.99 a month, some fans aren’t willing to pay the pretty penny just to stream their favorite team. As a result, alternatives to paying for a service have slowly risen and are flying under the radar.

“Pirating sports” typically refers to the unauthorized distribution or streaming of sports content without the proper licensing or permissions from the copyright holders. For instance, a website will stream an NFL game between the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys without any permission from the NFL or the program streaming.

Yes, this is illegal but easy to do at the same time. All it takes is a quick search of “free sports streaming websites” on Google and you will be left with a variety of websites with unique URLs like .lc, .io, or .sx. It may sound sketchy and that is because it is.

Engaging in the act of pirating sports content on your computer poses several risks, both legal and technological. Illegally streaming or downloading sports content without proper authorization can expose individuals to potential legal consequences, including hefty fines or (very rarely) imprisonment.

Moreover, pirated sports streaming websites pose a significant cybersecurity threat. Users risk exposing their computers to viruses, malware, and phishing attacks. If you take this risk then you shouldn’t expect the highest quality streaming experience. The reliability of pirated streams could be
better, with the potential for low-quality broadcasts, interruptions, and no customer support.