Short answer: YouTube TV can’t stream Monday Night Football right now because of a carriage-dispute between Disney (which owns ESPN and ABC) and Google (which runs YouTube TV). As a result, ESPN and ABC are blackout on YouTube TV, including MNF, until a new agreement is reached.
Details and what this means
- Why the blackout happened: Disney and YouTube TV are negotiating how much YouTube TV should pay for Disney-owned channels. The stalemate led to Disney channels (ABC, ESPN, and related networks) being removed from YouTube TV’s lineup. This is affecting MNF since the game is carried on ESPN/ABC.
- What fans can do in the meantime:
- Watch MNF on alternative services that carry ESPN/ABC (such as ESPN+ bundles, Hulu + Live TV, or other live-TV platforms that include ESPN/ABC). Pricing and availability vary by service.
* Consider ESPN’s own direct-to-consumer options if you’re open to subscribing there.
* If you’re only looking for the current game, some outlets may offer one-day passes or pay-per-view-like options through other providers, depending on the region and service.
- What to expect next: The situation is dynamic; resolution could come before or during the game if negotiations progress. Until then, MNF will continue to be unavailable on YouTube TV while Disney and Google work toward a new carriage agreement.
Quick alternatives to watch MNF tonight
- ESPN Unlimited or ESPN app (requires a compatible plan or subscription).
- Hulu + Live TV (includes ESPN and access to MNF) or similar bundles that include ESPN/ABC.
- FuboTV or other live-TV services that carry ESPN and ABC in your region.
If you’d like, share your country/region and current subscriptions, and I can tailor a quick checklist of the best immediate options to watch MNF tonight.