Celebrate Christmas with ESPN Africa’s Action-Packed Holiday Sports Lineup
Celebrate Christmas with ESPN Africa’s Action-Packed Holiday Sports Lineup
Experience the Magic of Holiday Sports, Including the First-Ever Animated NBA Game
Photo credits to Ziyaad Plaatjes
Sports fans across Africa are in for a festive treat as ESPN Africa delivers an action-packed lineup of holiday programming. With thrilling NFL clashes, intense NBA matchups, and more, this season promises unforgettable moments for fans across the continent.
Tuesday, 24 December 2024
The excitement warms up with a festive feast of sports:
- At 03:15 on ESPN, watch the NFL showdown as the Green Bay Packers face the New Orleans Saints.
- From 10:00, boxing enthusiasts can tune in to ESPN for Top Rank action featuring Naoya Inoue and Jason Goodman in an epic matchup.
- End the day with entertainment with The Pat McAfee Show showcasing lively sports talk and humour at 19:00 on ESPN2
Wednesday, 25 December 2024
Christmas Day promises even more sports magic that includes NBA games throughout the evening:
- On ESPN2 at 19:00, experience the groundbreaking Dunk the Halls animated NBA game, when the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs reimagined with a magical Disney twist (more information below).
- The NBA action continues at 21:30 as the Dallas Mavericks face the Minnesota Timberwolves, followed by the Boston Celtics battling the Philadelphia 76ers at 00:00 on ESPN.
Thursday, 26 December 2024
Boxing Day showcases an exciting mix of basketball and football action:
- At 03:00 and 05:30, basketball fans can catch the Warriors against the Lakers and the Suns facing the Nuggets on ESPN.
- Football fans can enjoy the Belgian Pro League at 13:30 with Royal Antwerp vs. KRC Genk on ESPN2. The day continues with matches from the SPFL and EFL, including Coventry vs. Plymouth at 17:00 and Stoke City vs. Leeds United at 22:00 on ESPN.
Dunk the Halls: A Magical NBA Experience
Disney, ESPN, and the NBA have teamed up for a holiday spectacle with the Dunk the Halls animated presentation. Airing live on Christmas Day at 19:00 (CAT) on ESPN2 (DStv 219, Starsat 249), this groundbreaking broadcast will showcase the Knicks vs. Spurs game in a virtual Main Street, USA, at Magic Kingdom® Park. Featuring beloved Disney characters cheering from the sidelines, including Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy, this one-of-a-kind event promises to enchant basketball and Disney fans alike.
Don’t miss the festive magic of ESPN Africa’s holiday sports programming. From live NBA and NFL games to innovative presentations like Dunk the Halls, this holiday is packed with sports entertainment. Gather your loved ones and celebrate the holidays with ESPN!
How to tune in to ESPN:
ESPN: DStv 218, Starsat 248
ESPN2: DStv 219, Starsat 249
- All times are stated in CAT / SAST.
- Schedule subject to change
