Nigerian football fans looking for an affordable way to watch the English Premier League on GOtv now have four subscription packages to consider.
The pay-TV provider has introduced a new package structure comprising Easy, Starter, Select and Sports, with monthly prices ranging from ₦4,000 to ₦21,000.
However, subscribers interested in watching Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and other Premier League clubs need to understand the differences between the packages before making payment.
Although GOtv offers sports channels across its subscription tiers, not every package guarantees access to every Premier League match.
According to the company’s official website, GOtv Sports provides comprehensive Premier League coverage, while lower packages offer varying levels of sporting content.
This means the cheapest subscription may not necessarily provide access to the particular match a football fan wants to watch.
Which GOtv package shows every Premier League match?
GOtv Sports is the package the company specifically promotes for watching every Premier League game.
It costs ₦21,000 monthly and offers more than 94 channels, including 12 sports channels.
According to GOtv’s official Sports package page, the subscription is designed for football enthusiasts who want extensive coverage of major competitions.
The package also includes movies, news and general entertainment channels.
This means subscribers interested in football can access other programmes without maintaining a separate entertainment subscription.
However, GOtv Sports is considerably more expensive than the company’s entry-level packages.
It costs ₦17,000 more than Easy, ₦15,000 more than Starter and ₦10,000 more than Select every month.
For customers who subscribe primarily to watch their favourite Premier League clubs, the decision may depend on how frequently they watch live matches.
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Can you watch Premier League on GOtv Easy for ₦4,000?
GOtv Easy is the cheapest package in Nigeria, costing ₦4,000 monthly.
It offers more than 47 channels, including two sports channels.
However, the company’s package description does not guarantee Premier League matches on Easy.
The presence of sports channels does not necessarily mean subscribers can watch live matches from England’s top football division.
Sports channels may carry highlights, analysis, documentaries or other competitions instead.
Therefore, customers should not subscribe to Easy on the assumption that they will be able to watch a particular Premier League fixture.
Before making payment, they should check the channel carrying the match and confirm whether it is included in the package.
Does GOtv Starter show Premier League matches?
GOtv Starter costs ₦6,000 monthly and provides more than 68 channels.
The company advertises six sports channels under the package, compared with two on Easy.
It also describes Starter as offering selected live sport.
However, selected live sport does not necessarily mean every Premier League fixture will be available.
The company does not promise comprehensive Premier League coverage under Starter in its current package summary.
Subscribers should therefore check the official television schedule before renewing specifically for a match.
For instance, a football supporter interested in watching a particular Arsenal or Manchester United fixture should confirm the broadcasting channel rather than assume the match will be available because Starter includes sports programming.
Can GOtv Select subscribers watch Premier League?
GOtv Select costs ₦11,000 monthly and offers more than 87 channels.
The package includes seven sports channels, alongside movies, children’s programmes and other entertainment content.
According to GOtv, Select provides selected football content.
This suggests that subscribers can access some football programming, although the company does not advertise the package as providing every Premier League match.
The exact fixtures available may depend on the broadcasting schedule and the sports channels included.
For households interested in both entertainment and occasional football, Select may offer a wider range of programming than Starter.
However, subscribers whose main priority is comprehensive Premier League coverage should consider the differences between Select and Sports.
GOtv Premier League packages and prices compared
| GOtv package | Monthly price | Advertised sports offering |
|---|---|---|
| Easy | ₦4,000 | Two sports channels; Premier League access not guaranteed |
| Starter | ₦6,000 | Six sports channels and selected live sport |
| Select | ₦11,000 | Seven sports channels and selected football content |
| Sports | ₦21,000 | 12 sports channels; advertised access to every Premier League game |
The comparison is based on GOtv’s current Nigerian package descriptions.
Subscribers should note that the number of sports channels does not automatically determine how many Premier League matches they can watch.
A package with several sports channels may still exclude a channel carrying a particular fixture.
Is GOtv Sports cheaper than DStv for Premier League?
Under the subscription prices currently advertised in Nigeria, GOtv Sports costs ₦21,000 monthly.
DStv also advertises a Sports package at ₦21,000 monthly.
This means the two packages have the same listed monthly subscription price.
However, they should not be assumed to offer identical channels, viewing features or services.
Customers comparing GOtv and DStv should consider their existing equipment, channel preferences and the competitions available on each platform.
For someone who already owns a functioning GOtv decoder, continuing with GOtv may avoid the additional expense of purchasing and installing another platform’s equipment.
However, this depends on the customer’s circumstances.
How much does GOtv Sports cost annually?
At ₦21,000 monthly, GOtv Sports would cost ₦252,000 over 12 months if the subscription price remains unchanged.
For comparison, GOtv Select would cost ₦132,000 annually at ₦11,000 monthly.
Starter would cost ₦72,000, while Easy would cost ₦48,000.
These calculations assume uninterrupted subscriptions at the current advertised prices.
The difference between Sports and Select is ₦120,000 annually.
For households managing their entertainment budgets, that is a substantial amount.
However, football fans who regularly watch several Premier League fixtures every weekend may place greater value on the wider coverage.
How to check if your favourite Premier League match is on GOtv
Before paying for a subscription, customers should consult GOtv’s official television guide.
They should identify the channel scheduled to broadcast the match and confirm whether that channel is included in their package.
This is particularly important for customers using Easy, Starter or Select.
A match involving a popular club is not automatically available on every package.
Subscribers can check available channels through the GOtv package comparison page and use the company’s television guide to confirm match schedules.
They can also manage subscriptions through the MyGOtv application.
Which GOtv package should football fans choose?
The decision depends on the subscriber’s viewing habits and budget.
Easy is the cheapest package overall, while Starter and Select provide additional sports and entertainment channels.
However, GOtv Sports is the lowest-priced package in the current lineup that the company explicitly advertises as providing every Premier League game.
For fans interested in watching a specific match, checking the television guide before subscribing remains essential.
The key distinction is that lower GOtv packages offer varying levels of sports content, while the ₦21,000 Sports package is marketed for comprehensive Premier League viewing.