iFollow Review (2026/2027): EFL Streaming Passes, Prices & Blackouts
Compare iFollow monthly plans, live sports channels, regional blackout rules, and supported devices.
iFollow Review: Verdict, Cost & Sports Coverage
WhereSports Editorial Desk • Audited October 2026
The Verdict
Our Verdict: For overseas supporters of EFL Championship, League One, and League Two clubs, iFollow (and equivalent individual club streaming portals) remains the only way to watch every non-televised league match live in 1080p HD with local club radio commentary. Under the EFL's 2024–2029 broadcast cycle, however, you must know the territorial blackout rules before buying a £180 season pass: live video streaming on iFollow is completely discontinued inside the UK and Ireland (where all domestic live video moved to Sky Sports+ and NOW), leaving British fans with £4.50/month audio-only passes. Overseas fans also face blackouts whenever a Championship match—or a US CBS Sports / Paramount+ selection—is picked for international television broadcast.
Best For
- Fans following live games across EFL League One, EFL League Two, EFL Trophy.
- Viewers watching live coverage in our Soccer TV schedule hubs.
- Overseas League One & League Two Supporters: Streams every regular-season League One and League Two match live outside the UK & Ireland—even when selected for international TV (except CBS/Paramount+ picks in the US).
- International Championship Club Loyalists: Covers all non-televised weekend and midweek Sky Bet Championship fixtures for your chosen club in 1080p HD with partisan local radio commentary.
- UK & Global Radio Listeners: The £4.50/month (£45/season) Audio Pass unlocks live club radio commentary for every single Championship, League One, League Two, Carabao Cup, and Jersey Mike's Trophy match worldwide with zero blackouts.
Pricing Reality
Zero Live Video in the UK & Ireland: Do not buy an iFollow pass expecting live video if you live in the UK or Ireland. Domestic live EFL video belongs exclusively to Sky Sports+ (and NOW TV); UK fans can only purchase the £4.50/mo (£45/yr) live audio commentary pass.
- The US Paramount+ / CBS Sports Overlap Trap: In the United States, CBS Sports and Paramount+ air at least 250 EFL matches per season for $8.99/month. Any EFL match selected by CBS Sports is blacked out on iFollow in the US—so American fans should always check the EFL's 'CBS Broadcast Selections' list before paying £10 ($13 USD) for a single-match pass.
- Single-Club Only (Not a League-Wide Pass): An iFollow Season Pass (£140 Early Bird / £180 full price) or Monthly Pass (£25/mo) only unlocks matches played by the specific EFL club you subscribe through, and Carabao Cup matches are never available for live video streaming on iFollow.
Devices & Account Features
- Supported Devices: Available on Web Browsers (PC & Mac), iOS (Official Club Apps), Android (Official Club Apps), Chromecast, Apple AirPlay.
- 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 English Football League in partnership with StreamAMG, iFollow is the official direct-to-consumer streaming framework used by EFL clubs to deliver live match video to international fans and live radio commentary worldwide. Rather than operating as a single league-wide app where one subscription unlocks every team, iFollow subscriptions are sold directly through each participating club's official website and mobile app, with up to 80% of net revenue going straight back to your chosen club.
Since the start of the EFL's five-year domestic rights deal with Sky Sports (running through 2028/29), iFollow no longer streams live match video inside the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, or the Channel Islands—all domestic live EFL broadcasts now air exclusively on Sky Sports and Sky Sports+. For international supporters outside the UK and Ireland, iFollow streams 1080p 50fps live video of Sky Bet Championship, League One, and League Two fixtures, plus Jersey Mike's Trophy (EFL Trophy) matches up to and including the Quarter-Finals. Crucially, all League One and League Two games remain available on iFollow internationally even when selected for international TV broadcast (except in the United States when selected by CBS Sports / Paramount+), whereas Championship matches selected for international broadcast are blacked out on iFollow in countries carrying the TV feed.
Live streams feature multi-camera production on Championship fixtures and single- or multi-camera coverage in League One and League Two, paired with synchronized home or away BBC local radio / club commentary. While iFollow does not offer personal Cloud DVR recording, full-match replays, extended 10-minute highlights, and manager press conferences are uploaded to your club's on-demand archive within hours of the final whistle. Accounts are strictly locked to 1 active stream at a time across web browsers and official club iOS and Android apps.
What We Like (Pros)
- The only legal way for expats and international supporters to watch non-televised 3:00 PM Saturday EFL club fixtures live
- Up to 80% of your subscription fee goes directly into your EFL club's coffers
- League One and League Two matches are exempt from international TV blackouts outside the US CBS Sports window
- Flexible purchasing options including £10 single-match passes, £25 rolling monthly passes, and £140–£180 season passes
What to Consider (Cons)
- Live match video is completely unavailable in the UK and Ireland (moved to Sky Sports+ through 2028/29)
- Championship matches selected for international broadcast—and US matches selected by CBS/Paramount+—are blacked out on iFollow
- Carabao Cup matches and EFL Play-Off games are excluded from live iFollow video passes
- No native Smart TV apps for Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV, Samsung, or LG—requires browser HDMI hookup or mobile screen casting
Subscription Packages & Pricing
One-time pay-per-view pass unlocking live 1080p video and club commentary for a single eligible Championship, League One, League Two, or Jersey Mike's Trophy fixture outside the UK and Ireland.
- Live 1080p HD stream of 1 selected EFL league or Jersey Mike's Trophy (up to QF) match
- Choice of home or away club radio commentary track
- Includes post-match full replay and extended highlights
- 1 simultaneous stream on Web or your club's official iOS/Android app
Rolling monthly subscription for international supporters covering every eligible live league and EFL Trophy match played by your chosen club during a busy fixture month.
- All non-blacked-out live league matches for your selected club over 30 days
- Full-match on-demand replays, extended highlights, and exclusive club interviews
- Pays for itself whenever your club has 3+ non-televised fixtures in a single month
- 1 active stream per account
Full-season international video pass for die-hard overseas fans, unlocking every eligible regular-season league match and early-round Jersey Mike's Trophy tie for one EFL club.
- Every eligible 2026/27 regular-season EFL fixture for your chosen club
- Unrestricted 24/7 access to full-match replays and your club's on-demand archive
- Synchronized local club commentary and matchday studio build-up
- 1 active stream limit
Live matchday radio commentary pass available globally—including inside the UK and Ireland—covering every single league, Carabao Cup, and EFL Trophy fixture with zero blackout restrictions.
- Live audio commentary for all 46 EFL league games, Play-Offs, Carabao Cup & Jersey Mike's Trophy ties
- Zero territorial or Saturday 3:00 PM blackout restrictions anywhere in the world
- Includes full-match video replays (uploaded the day after the match) and extended highlights
- Stream on Web browsers or your club's official mobile app
What Leagues & Sports Can You Watch on iFollow?
Official broadcasting rights and live competition schedules carried by iFollow.
Recently Aired Matches on iFollow
Recent sports matches and tournament games previously broadcasted across iFollow channels.
Live TV Channels & Station Lineup
Official television networks and sports broadcast feeds carried by iFollow.
Where iFollow is Available
Select your regional sports TV hub to browse local channels and schedules.
Supported Devices & Streaming Apps
Native applications and verified hardware compatibility for iFollow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch live EFL matches on iFollow in the UK and Ireland in 2026/2027?
No. Under the EFL's five-year domestic broadcast agreement with Sky Sports (running from 2024/25 through 2028/29), live match video streaming on iFollow was permanently discontinued inside the UK and Republic of Ireland. All domestic televised and midweek/early kick-off EFL matches now stream exclusively on Sky Sports and Sky Sports+ (or via a NOW Sports Membership), while Saturday 3:00 PM kick-offs remain blacked out across the UK under UEFA Article 48. UK supporters can only use iFollow for live radio commentary (£4.50/month or £45/season) and post-match replays.
Why is my club's match blacked out on iFollow in the United States?
In the United States, CBS Sports holds multi-year EFL broadcast rights covering at least 250 matches per season across the Championship, League One, League Two, Carabao Cup, and Jersey Mike's Trophy. Whenever your club's match is selected by CBS Sports (airing on Paramount+, CBS Sports Network, or CBS Sports Golazo Network), it is blacked out for live video on iFollow in the US. Always check the EFL's official CBS Broadcast Selections page before buying a £10 iFollow match pass.
How do international TV blackouts differ between the Championship and League One/Two?
For Sky Bet League One and League Two clubs, all regular-season league matches are available to stream live on iFollow internationally even if they are selected for international broadcast (with the exception of CBS Sports selections in the US). For Sky Bet Championship clubs, weekend matches selected for international broadcast are blacked out on iFollow in territories with an active EFL broadcast partner, and midweek international TV selections are blacked out across the US, Canada, Latin America, MENA, France, the Netherlands, Poland, and the Nordics.
Are Carabao Cup and EFL Trophy (Jersey Mike's Trophy) matches shown live on iFollow?
Carabao Cup (EFL Cup) matches and the EFL Play-Offs cannot be streamed live on video via iFollow in any country, as those rights are sold exclusively to international TV broadcasters (though live audio commentary is included). However, matches in the EFL Trophy—officially renamed the Jersey Mike's Trophy—can be streamed live on iFollow by overseas supporters up to and including the Quarter-Finals.
Do all 72 EFL clubs use iFollow?
While the majority of League One and League Two clubs use the centralized EFL iFollow platform, several larger Championship and former Premier League clubs operate their own bespoke in-house streaming platforms (such as LUTV, RamsTV, Sunderland's SAFC Live, or Robins TV). Regardless of whether a club uses iFollow or its own branded player, the exact same EFL international blackout rules and standard £10 match pass pricing apply.