The holiday season is much more than just eggnog, carol singing and unwrapping presents. It’s also a time for some high stakes football. The NFL’s ‘Monday Night Football’ will light up the screens on Christmas day with a memorable clash between Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers. Both teams are at the top of their respective divisions and currently share the best record in the NFL. The Ravens come into the game fresh from a four-game win streak whereas the 49ers are on a six-game winning run. It’s a potential Super Bowl preview that’s sure to provide an early Christmas treat for football fans.
The game, which kicks off at 5:15 p.m. PT (8:15 p.m. ET), is set to be broadcasted on ABC and will also be available for streaming via ESPN Plus. The Christmas day schedule for NFL games will see six teams in action, all playing on national television. Covering three games, each match will be broadcast across different channels and streaming services. This will not just be another game but a stellar sports event to put fans in holiday spirits.
Marked as a game of significant importance, the eagerly anticipated Ravens vs. 49ers clash will be held at the Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. National coverage of the game is on ABC, which means your local ABC affiliate will broadcast the game. If you’re looking to watch the game without a cable connection, ESPN Plus is the least expensive streaming option allowing you to catch the action live. For those willing to shell out a little bit more money, live TV streaming services such as YouTube TV and Hulu Plus Live TV also offer local ABC station broadcasts.
As Christmas day arrives, it’s not Santa Claus but rather the NFL that will bring all the presents. With NFL Plus, the league’s official streaming service, you can also watch the game live on your mobile. However, the catch is that it’s exclusive for smartphone or tablet viewing only. Sling TV’s Orange and Blue plan offers another affordable way to watch the game on ABC. Priced at $40 or $45 per month, the service is available in eight markets. If you’re willing to invest a little more, then Hulu Plus Live TV offers ABC broadcast in most markets for a monthly fee of $77.
The three-hour game is available for live streaming on all of the services mentioned above, all of which provide free trials, allow you to cancel anytime, and require a stable internet connection. The unmissable NFL game on Christmas day will bring together the league’s finest in a thrilling display of high-intensity football that’s sure to be a treat for sports fans everywhere. Keep those snacks and drinks ready and tune into what promises to be an epic Christmas clash under the Monday Night Football lights.
