Abu Dhabi Sports Review (2026): Free ADtv Channels, AD Sports Premium & Serie A Guide
Compare Abu Dhabi Sports monthly plans, live sports channels, regional blackout rules, and supported devices.
Abu Dhabi Sports Review: Verdict, Cost & Sports Coverage
WhereSports Editorial Desk • Audited October 2026
The Verdict
Our Verdict: Abu Dhabi Sports is an essential two-part sports broadcaster across the UAE and MENA region, offering 100% free live streams of AD Sports 1, AD Sports 2, and Yas TV on the ADtv app alongside encrypted AD Sports Premium channels via STARZPLAY and UAE IPTV providers. While domestic UAE football, WTA tennis, cycling, and Jiu-Jitsu stream completely free without a subscription, fans who want Italian Serie A, Coppa Italia, and AFC Champions League Elite matches will need a paid STARZPLAY Sports or e&/du TV package.
Best For
- Fans following live games across AFC Asian Cup, AFC Champions League Elite, Italian Serie A, Nippon Baseball League.
- Viewers watching live coverage in our Soccer, MMA, Tennis TV schedule hubs.
- UAE football fans watching every round of the ADNOC Pro League, UAE President's Cup, and ADIB Cup live and free on AD Sports 1 and 2
- Italian football supporters across MENA streaming all 380 Serie A matches, Coppa Italia, and Supercoppa Italiana on AD Sports Premium via STARZPLAY
- Asian football followers in the UAE watching AFC Champions League Elite and UAE National Team qualifiers on AD Sports Asia
- Combat sports and Jiu-Jitsu fans following UAE Warriors MMA, ADXC, and the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship
- Viewers interested in UCI WorldTour cycling (UAE Tour), WTA 500 tennis (Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open), and traditional heritage sports on Yas TV
Pricing Reality
Abu Dhabi Sports splits its channels between free-to-air streams on the ADtv app and encrypted premium sports packages sold through STARZPLAY and UAE telecom providers:
- ADtv Free Tier (AED 0.00/mo): Streams AD Sports 1, AD Sports 2, and Yas TV live and free in 1080p HD on the ADtv app, website, and official YouTube channel with no credit card required.
- Serie A & Italian Football Pass (AED 25.00 to AED 39.99/mo via STARZPLAY): Unlocks encrypted AD Sports Premium 1 & 2 feeds for all 380 Serie A matches, Coppa Italia, Supercoppa Italiana, and Dutch Eredivisie.
- Full STARZPLAY Sports Package (AED 45.99/mo or AED 349.99/yr): Combines AD Sports Premium 1 & 2, AD Sports Asia 1 & 2 (AFC Champions League Elite & Asian Qualifiers in the UAE), UFC Arabia, and cricket in one subscription.
- UAE Telco Set-Top Box Add-Ons (e& TV & du TV): Home fiber TV customers in the UAE can add the Abu Dhabi Sports Premium & Asia pack directly to their monthly e& or du bill.
Devices & Account Features
- Supported Devices: Available on Apple TV, Android TV / Google TV, Samsung Smart TV (Tizen), LG Smart TV (webOS), Hisense VIDAA Smart TV.
- Simultaneous Streams: Up to 2 concurrent streams per account (depending on tier).
- Cloud DVR & Replays: VOD Replays.
- Subscription Model: Direct digital sign-up with online account cancellation.
In-Depth Platform Analysis & Coverage
Operated by the Abu Dhabi Media Network (ADMN), Abu Dhabi Sports (AD Sports) is the flagship sports broadcaster of the United Arab Emirates and one of the primary rights holders across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
For domestic and regional events, AD Sports 1, AD Sports 2, and sister heritage channel Yas TV are 100% free to watch online via the ADtv app (adtv.ae), the free ADMN hub on STARZ ON, and the official Abu Dhabi Sports YouTube channel (@adsportstv). These open channels broadcast every match of the ADNOC Pro League (UAE Pro League), the UAE President's Cup, the ADIB Cup, and the UAE Super Cup in smooth 1080p Full HD. Throughout the calendar, the free channels also carry the UCI WorldTour UAE Tour cycling race, the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open (WTA 500 tennis), UAE Warriors MMA, the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship, and camel racing, endurance horse racing, and marine sports on Yas TV.
For major international football, Abu Dhabi Media operates encrypted pay-TV channels: AD Sports Premium 1 & 2 and AD Sports Asia 1 & 2. Rather than selling subscriptions inside the free ADtv app, ADMN distributes these premium channels digitally through its regional streaming partner STARZPLAY (as well as through e& and du IPTV boxes in the UAE). Subscribing to AD Sports Premium via STARZPLAY unlocks all 380 matches of the Italian Serie A season, Coppa Italia, Supercoppa Italiana, and the Dutch Eredivisie with both Arabic and English commentary, plus AFC Champions League Elite and AFC Asian World Cup Qualifiers for viewers in the UAE.
What We Like (Pros)
- AD Sports 1, AD Sports 2, and Yas TV stream 100% free on the ADtv app and YouTube with no credit card required
- Complete live coverage of the ADNOC Pro League, UAE President's Cup, UAE Tour cycling, and Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
- AD Sports Premium 1 & 2 offer dual Arabic and English audio tracks across all 380 Italian Serie A matches
- Reliable 1080p 50fps HD streams across Apple TV, Android TV, Samsung Tizen, and LG webOS
- Free-to-air satellite feeds on Nilesat and Arabsat remain unencrypted across the MENA region
What to Consider (Cons)
- Watching AD Sports Premium (Serie A, Coppa Italia) and AD Sports Asia (AFC competitions) requires a paid STARZPLAY Sports or UAE IPTV subscription
- No personal Cloud DVR storage on the standalone ADtv app
- Does not carry the English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, or Formula 1 (which require beIN SPORTS in MENA)
- Encrypted AD Sports Premium streams are strictly geo-blocked outside the MENA region
Subscription Packages & Pricing
100% free live streaming of AD Sports 1, AD Sports 2, and Yas TV via the ADtv app and website covering domestic UAE football, tennis, cycling, and combat sports.
- 24/7 live streams of AD Sports 1, AD Sports 2 & Yas TV in 1080p HD
- Every match of the ADNOC Pro League, UAE President's Cup & ADIB Cup
- Live UAE Tour cycling, Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open (WTA) & Jiu-Jitsu
- No credit card or paid subscription required
Monthly digital subscription via STARZPLAY Sports unlocking encrypted AD Sports Premium 1 & 2 and AD Sports Asia 1 & 2 feeds.
- Live access to AD Sports Premium 1 & 2 and AD Sports Asia 1 & 2
- All 380 Italian Serie A matches, Coppa Italia & Supercoppa Italiana
- AFC Champions League Elite & Asian Qualifiers (within the UAE)
- 1080p 50fps HD with Arabic & English commentary on 2 simultaneous screens
12-month upfront sports pass unlocking the complete Italian football calendar, AFC club competitions, and regional events at a discounted annual rate.
- 12 months of uninterrupted access to AD Sports Premium 1 & 2
- Full Serie A, Coppa Italia, Supercoppa Italiana & Dutch Eredivisie season
- Choice of Arabic studio audio or English commentary
- Stream on up to 2 devices simultaneously across Smart TVs and mobile
What Leagues & Sports Can You Watch on Abu Dhabi Sports?
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Live TV Channels & Station Lineup
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Where Abu Dhabi Sports is Available
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Abu Dhabi Sports free to watch online?
AD Sports 1, AD Sports 2, and Yas TV are 100% free to stream on the official ADtv app (adtv.ae), the STARZ ON app, and the Abu Dhabi Sports YouTube channel. However, the encrypted AD Sports Premium 1 & 2 and AD Sports Asia 1 & 2 channels require a paid subscription via STARZPLAY Sports or a UAE IPTV provider (e& or du).
How do I watch Italian Serie A and Coppa Italia on Abu Dhabi Sports?
All 380 Italian Serie A matches, Coppa Italia, and the Supercoppa Italiana air on AD Sports Premium 1 and 2. To stream them live on Smart TVs, mobile devices, or web browsers across the UAE and MENA, subscribe to the Serie A / AD Sports Premium package on STARZPLAY (from AED 25.00 to AED 45.99/month).
What football leagues are free on AD Sports 1 and AD Sports 2?
AD Sports 1 and AD Sports 2 broadcast every matchweek of the UAE's domestic ADNOC Pro League, the UAE President's Cup, the ADIB Cup, and the UAE Super Cup live and free in 1080p HD, along with the UAE Tour cycling race, Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open tennis, and UAE Warriors MMA.
Does Abu Dhabi Sports offer English commentary on Serie A matches?
Yes. AD Sports Premium 1 and 2 provide dual audio tracks on Serie A, Coppa Italia, and Supercoppa Italiana broadcasts, allowing viewers to switch between Arabic studio commentary and the English world-feed commentary track.
Does Abu Dhabi Sports broadcast Formula 1 or the UEFA Champions League?
No. Live broadcast rights for Formula 1 (including the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix), the UEFA Champions League, and the English Premier League across the MENA region are held exclusively by beIN SPORTS.