One of the biggest advantages of IPTV over cable is access to dozens of sports channels from around the world. This guide shows you how to find upcoming fixtures, use the EPG effectively, and never miss a game.
1Using the EPG for Sports Scheduling
The Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) shows what's on each channel and when. In TiviMate, press the Info button on any sports channel to see today's and tomorrow's schedule. Look for Sky Sports, BT Sport, ESPN, beIN Sports, and DAZN channels.
Use the EPG search function to find a specific team or competition. TiviMate's search filters through all upcoming EPG listings — type "Premier League" or "Champions League" to find exactly when and where your match is showing.
2Setting Reminders and Recording
TiviMate Premium allows you to set a recording or reminder for any EPG event. Navigate to the programme in the guide, press and hold, then select "Record" or "Remind". You'll get a notification before kickoff.
For recording, TiviMate needs an external USB drive or internal storage configured in Settings → DVR. A 64 GB USB stick holds roughly 10–15 hours of HD sports recordings.
3Finding Sports by Country
Most IPTV providers group channels by country. Browse the UK, USA, Spain, Germany, and Arabic groups to find local sports coverage — particularly useful for watching La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, or NFL in their home markets.
beIN Sports Arabic, SuperSport (African football), ESPN Deportes, and Sky Sports Deutschland all carry exclusive fixtures not shown on UK domestic channels. Check your channel list for these international sports broadcasters.
Final Thoughts
With the right IPTV app setup and an active Streamtly subscription, you have access to more live sports than any cable package — including international fixtures, niche sports, and premium channels that would cost hundreds per year individually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my IPTV subscription include all sports channels?
Most IPTV subscriptions include Sky Sports, BT Sport, TNT Sports, ESPN, beIN Sports, and many international sports channels. Check with your provider for the full sports channel list.
Can I watch sports in 4K on IPTV?
Yes, if your provider offers 4K sports streams and your device supports 4K playback. Sky Sports UHD and some beIN Sports 4K channels are available on premium IPTV packages.
What if the sports stream goes down during a match?
Use the alternative stream feature in TiviMate — many channels have backups labelled with the same channel name and a number suffix. IPTV Smarters also shows multiple stream options if the primary fails.
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