Live streaming has become one of the most valued features for mobile bettors. The ability to watch an event while placing in-play bets — all within the same app — transforms the betting experience. Several foreign bookmakers available to Irish players offer high-quality live streaming at no additional cost. This page covers which bookmakers stream live events, what sports are covered, and how they compare on mobile quality and in-play integration in 2026.
How Live Streaming Works at Foreign Bookmakers
Live streaming at foreign bookmakers is integrated directly into the betting interface. When an event is available to stream, a play button or "Live" badge appears alongside the match in the sportsbook. Tapping it opens the stream within the app — you can watch and bet simultaneously without switching between apps.
Most bookmakers require one of the following to unlock streaming:
- A minimum account balance (typically €1–€5)
- A qualifying pre-match or in-play bet on the specific event
This is standard practice across the industry and represents a reasonable condition given the cost of licensing streaming rights. In practice, if you are actively betting you will almost always qualify automatically.
Sports Covered on Foreign Betting Apps
Football accounts for the largest proportion of live streams. This includes Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Champions League, Europa League, and international competitions. For Irish players, the lack of dedicated GAA streaming is a notable gap — this remains exclusive to domestic Irish platforms.
Beyond football, the foreign bookmakers on this page cover:
Commonly Streamed Sports
- Tennis — ATP Tour, WTA Tour, Grand Slams, Davis Cup
- Basketball — NBA, EuroLeague, FIBA competitions
- Ice hockey — NHL, KHL, European leagues
- Table tennis — available nearly 24/7 on some platforms
- Horse racing — selective coverage at some bookmakers
- Esports — CS2, Dota 2, LoL major tournaments
- Cricket — international matches and major T20 leagues
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How the seven foreign bookmakers compare on live streaming availability and mobile quality for Irish players.
| Bookmaker | Sports Streamed | Requires Bet | Mobile Quality | In-Play Integration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betlabel | Football, Tennis, Basketball | Balance or bet | HD | Excellent |
| MrXbet | Football, Tennis, Basketball, Hockey | Pre-match bet | HD | Excellent |
| Maxibet Casino | Football, Tennis | Account balance | SD/HD | Good |
| 20bet | Football, Tennis, Basketball, Cricket | Pre-match bet | HD | Very good |
| GranaWin | Not available | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 22bet | Football, Tennis, Basketball, Esports, Hockey | Balance or bet | HD | Excellent |
| Vave | Not available | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to place a bet to watch live streams?
At most foreign bookmakers, yes. The standard requirement is either a funded account balance or a qualifying bet placed on the event you want to watch. Betlabel and 22bet require a bet or a minimum balance. MrXbet requires a pre-match bet on the specific event.
Which sports can I stream on foreign betting apps?
Football is the most widely streamed sport, covering major European leagues and international tournaments. Tennis (ATP, WTA), basketball (NBA, EuroLeague), ice hockey, and table tennis are also commonly available. Irish interest sports like GAA are not typically streamed on international platforms.
Is live streaming free at foreign bookmakers?
There is no separate subscription fee. Streaming is included with a standard betting account, subject to the qualifying bet or balance requirement. This makes it effectively free as long as you are actively using the bookmaker.
How much data does live streaming use?
Typical mobile live stream quality uses approximately 500MB to 1GB per hour depending on video quality settings. Most bookmaker apps allow you to reduce stream quality to save data. On 4G or 5G, the streams are smooth; on 3G, quality can be reduced automatically.