History of FuboTV in Timeline
FuboTV is an American over-the-top (OTT) streaming service with a focus on live sports. Operating in the US, Canada, and Spain, Fubo offers a variety of channels, including those broadcasting the Premier League, NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, and CPL. In addition to sports, Fubo's offerings extend to news, network television series, and movies. FuboTV is based in Midtown Manhattan and aims to provide a comprehensive streaming experience for sports enthusiasts and general entertainment consumers alike.
2000: FuboTV Added to Russell 2000 Index
In June 2021, FuboTV was added to the Russell 2000 Index at the conclusion of the 2021 Russell indexes annual reconstitution.
January 1, 2015: Fubo Launched as Soccer Streaming Service
On January 1, 2015, Fubo was launched as a soccer streaming service.
January 2015: FuboTV Co-Founded
In January 2015, FuboTV was co-founded by David Gandler, Alberto Horihuela, and Sung Ho Choi, initially costing $7 per month and offering livestreams from soccer-centric channels.
2017: Fubo Launches Internal Tech Stack and Features
In 2017, Fubo built its tech stack internally and launched features like Cloud DVR storage, pausing and unpausing live streams and lookback of previously aired content for 72 hours
2017: Transition to All-Sports and vMVPD Model
In 2017, Fubo transitioned to an all-sports service and then adopted a virtual multichannel video programming distributor (vMVPD) model.
2017: FuboTV Pivots to Broader Streaming Service
In early 2017, Fubo pivoted to become a broader streaming service, adding entertainment and news programming in addition to sports programming.
March 2018: Fubo Introduces Third Stream Option
In March 2018, Fubo introduced a third stream option for $5.99 per month, expanding the streaming capabilities beyond the base subscription package of two simultaneous streams.
December 2018: Fubo to Expand into Spain
In December 2018, Fubo announced its plans to expand into Spain.
February 20, 2019: Viacom Channels to be Added to FuboTV
On February 20, 2019, it was announced that channels from Viacom networks would be added on April 30, 2019, though these networks do not feature sports content.
March 5, 2019: FuboTV Expanded 4K Support to Big Ten Network
On March 5, 2019, FuboTV expanded its 4K support to the Big Ten Network.
April 30, 2019: Viacom Channels Added to FuboTV
Channels from Viacom networks were added to FuboTV on April 30, 2019.
May 2019: FuboTV and FanDuel Partner to Integrate Sports Betting Data
In May 2019, FuboTV and FanDuel partnered to integrate sports betting data on the live TV streaming service. The deal included carriage of FanDuel's horse racing networks, TVG (now FanDuel TV) and TVG2 (now FanDuel Racing).
June 19, 2019: FuboTV Announces Addition of Discovery Networks
On June 19, 2019, FuboTV announced that it would be adding the Discovery Networks to its lineup.
June 27, 2019: FuboTV Launches Fubo Sports Network
On June 27, 2019, FuboTV launched Fubo Sports Network, a free, ad-supported linear channel accessible to consumers on Xumo. Subsequently, it became available on smart TVs like Samsung TV Plus and LG Channels via Xumo, as well as on The Roku Channel.
September 9, 2019: Fubo Sports Network Adds Original Programming Slate
On September 9, 2019, Fubo announced the addition of a slate of sports-oriented original programming to Fubo Sports Network, including Call It A Night, Drinks With Binks, The Cooligans, and The Players Lounge.
2019: FuboTV Named to Forbes’ Next Billion-Dollar Startups List
In 2019, FuboTV was named to Forbes’ Next Billion-Dollar Startups list.
January 1, 2020: FuboTV Drops Fox Sports Networks
On January 1, 2020, FuboTV dropped the Fox Sports Networks due to increasing carriage costs after their acquisition by the Sinclair Broadcast Group.
March 9, 2020: FuboTV Launched NHL Network
FuboTV launched the NHL Network on March 9, 2020, with plans to add MLB Network and MLB Strike Zone.
March 23, 2020: FuboTV Acquired by FaceBank Group
On March 23, 2020, FuboTV was acquired by FaceBank Group, a publicly listed virtual entertainment technology company. FuboTV was renamed FuboTV Media, Inc., and Facebank Group was renamed FuboTV, Inc., retaining David Gandler as CEO.
April 2020: Fubo Sports Network Added to Vizio Channels
In April 2020, Fubo Sports Network was added to the new Vizio Channels platform, expanding its reach to more viewers.
May 2020: Partnership with Gilbert Arenas
In May 2020, Fubo announced a partnership with former NBA All Star Gilbert Arenas to bring his No Chill podcast to Fubo Sports Network as a weekly vodcast. Retitled No Chill with Gilbert Arenas, the show features Arenas and co-host Mike Botticello interviewing athletes, coaches and celebrities.
May 19, 2020: Fubo Sports Network Reaches 75 Million Devices
As of May 19, 2020, Fubo Sports Network is available on 75 million devices.
June 2020: FuboTV Announces Deal with Disney Media Networks
In June 2020, FuboTV announced a deal with Disney Media Networks to bring ESPN Inc., and Walt Disney Television to the sports-focused streaming service sometime in the summer.
July 1, 2020: FuboTV Drops WarnerMedia Networks
On July 1, 2020, FuboTV dropped WarnerMedia networks, including Cartoon Network, CNN, TBS, and TNT.
September 10, 2020: MLW Fusion to Air on Fubo Sports Network
On September 10, 2020, Major League Wrestling (MLW) announced that their weekly flagship show, MLW Fusion, would move to Fubo Sports Network on November 18.
September 15, 2020: FuboTV Expects to Close 2020 with 410,000–420,000 Subscribers
On September 15, 2020, FuboTV announced it expected to close 2020 with 410,000–420,000 subscribers due to the return of sports during the COVID-19 pandemic and the company also announced it was approved to list on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) conditional upon successful pricing of this offering, under the ticker symbol FUBO.
October 7, 2020: FuboTV Completes Initial Public Offering
On October 7, 2020, FuboTV completed its initial public offering as a New York Stock Exchange company, raising roughly $183 million.
October 8, 2020: FuboTV Shares Jump in Market Debut
On October 8, 2020, FuboTV began trading on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "FUBO", with shares jumping 10% in their market debut.
December 2020: FuboTV Acquired Balto Sports
In December 2020, FuboTV acquired Balto Sports.
December 2020: FuboTV Plans to Enter Online Sports Wagering Market
In December 2020, FuboTV announced its plans to enter the online sports wagering market, acquired Balto Sports, and launched EPIX and STARZ channels.
2020: FuboTV Exceeds $100 Million in Quarterly Revenue
In its fourth quarter 2020 earnings results, FuboTV said it exceeded $100 million in quarterly revenue for the first time.
January 2021: FuboTV Agrees to Carry WGN America
In January 2021, FuboTV reached an agreement with Nexstar Media Group to begin carrying WGN America.
March 2021: Fubo Gaming Established
In March 2021, FuboTV announced it would launch free-to-play predictive gaming in Q3 2021. FuboTV also announced it closed the Vigtory acquisition and established Fubo Gaming to oversee its entry into online sports wagering, with Fubo Sportsbook expected in Q4 2021. Fubo signed agreements with MLB and NBA to become an Authorized Gaming Operator.
May 2021: Getcha Popcorn Ready TV Show on Fubo Sports Network
In May 2021, Fubo Sports Network partnered with Terrell Owens and Matthew Hatchette to adapt their podcast, Getcha Popcorn Ready, into a TV show, which began airing later that year.
May 2021: FuboTV Announces Strongest First Quarter in History
In May 2021, FuboTV announced that the first quarter was its strongest in its history, delivering $119.7 million in revenue and growing total subscribers to 590,430.
June 1, 2021: FuboTV to Begin Beta Testing Predictive Games and FanView
On June 1, Fast Company reported that FuboTV would begin beta testing predictive, free-to-play games and a live stats feature called FanView, integrated into its streaming video.
June 2021: FuboTV Added to Russell 2000 Index
In June 2021, FuboTV was added to the Russell 2000 Index at the conclusion of the 2021 Russell indexes annual reconstitution.
June 30, 2021: FuboTV Drops A&E Networks
On June 30, 2021, FuboTV dropped services from A&E Networks, including History, A&E, and Lifetime.
2021: Plans to Launch Sportsbook
In 2021, FuboTV announced its intention to acquire sports gaming company Vigtory and launch its own sportsbook before the end of the year.
2021: FuboTV Reaches One Million Subscribers and Acquires Molotov TV
In 2021, FuboTV announced they had reached one million subscribers on their third quarter 2021 earnings call. FuboTV also announced it had signed an agreement to acquire France's leading live TV streaming platform, Molotov TV, to fuel its international expansion along with Indian AI startup edisn.ai.
January 2022: Fubo Acquires Soccer Broadcast Rights
In January 2022, Fubo secured a six-year sublicense agreement with Fox Sports, granting them the rights to broadcast select soccer matches from the UEFA Nations League, European qualifiers for UEFA Euro 2024, UEFA Euro 2024 (5 matches), European qualifiers for FIFA World Cup 2026, European Qualifiers to UEFA Euro 2028, UEFA Euro 2028 (5 matches) and friendly matches played by European nations controlled by UEFA.
January 2022: FuboTV Acquires Premier League Rights in Canada
In January 2022, FuboTV acquired the Canadian media rights to the Premier League, replacing DAZN.
May 25, 2022: GAC Living Available on FuboTV
On May 25, 2022, GAC Living became available on FuboTV.
June 2022: FuboTV Launches Pick'em Games
In June 2022, FuboTV launched pick'em games directly from its home page. Subscribers could also scan a QR code to access Fubo Sportsbook.
August 2022: FuboTV Starts Strategic Review of Sports Wagering Business
In August 2022, FuboTV said it was putting its sports wagering business under a strategic review.
August 2022: Ryan Reynolds Takes Equity Stake in FuboTV
In August 2022, Ryan Reynolds took an equity stake in FuboTV, announcing a co-production partnership with Maximum Effort studio that includes the launch of the Maximum Effort Channel on FuboTV.
December 2022: FuboTV Announces Content Partnerships with Scripps and Sinclair
In December 2022, FuboTV announced content partnerships with Scripps Networks and Sinclair Broadcast Group's 19 Bally Sports regional sports networks.
2022: FuboTV Tops Customer Satisfaction Survey
In 2022, Fubo earned the highest score in J.D. Power's customer satisfaction survey among live TV streaming providers, achieving 789 points, surpassing Dish Network's Sling TV by three points.
December 31, 2022: FuboTV Removes AMC Networks Channels
On December 31, 2022, FuboTV discontinued channels owned by AMC Networks, including AMC, BBC America, BBC World News, IFC, We TV, and Sundance. FuboTV announced that they would not offer refunds or credits to customers who had prepaid for the service.
January 6, 2023: FuboTV Announces Price Increase and Regional Sports Network Fee
On January 6, 2023, FuboTV informed subscribers of a base subscription price increase to $74.99 per month and the introduction of a regional sports network fee, charging $10.99 for one channel and $13.99 for two or more channels.
June 20, 2023: Fubo Launches Maximum Effort Channel
On June 20, 2023, Fubo launched the Maximum Effort Channel in partnership with Ryan Reynolds. In addition to Fubo, the channel is available on free streaming platforms like Amazon's Freevee, Xumo Play and Tubi.
September 2023: Fubo Faces Class-Action Lawsuit and Patent Infringement Allegations
In September 2023, Fubo faced a proposed class-action lawsuit in Illinois regarding alleged illegal sharing of customer viewing history with advertisers without consent. Also around the same time, Dish Network sued Fubo for allegedly violating streaming-related patents.
2023: Fubo's Customer Satisfaction Score Declines
In 2023, Fubo's customer satisfaction score fell to 742, according to J.D. Power, which placed it behind YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, and DIRECTV Stream.
February 2024: FuboTV Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against Media Giants
In February 2024, FuboTV initiated an antitrust lawsuit against The Walt Disney Company, Hearst Communications, Fox Corporation, and Warner Bros. Discovery, challenging their planned streaming sports joint venture.
April 2024: Fubo Removes Discovery Networks Content
In April 2024, Fubo removed Discovery networks content, including Discovery, HGTV, Food Network and TLC, after failing to reach an agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery, citing a lack of good-faith negotiations and abuse of market power.
May 16, 2024: Streaming Sports Joint Venture Named Venu
On May 16, 2024, the streaming sports joint venture created by The Walt Disney Company, Hearst Communications, Fox Corporation, and Warner Bros. Discovery, that FuboTV filed an antitrust lawsuit against, was named Venu.
June 2024: Fubo Partners with Comcast
In June 2024, Comcast announced a deal to make Fubo available to its Xfinity Flex, Xumo Stream Box customers, and Xumo TVs.
August 2024: Fubo Granted Preliminary Injunction Against Venu Sports Joint Venture
In August 2024, a federal judge indicated Fubo was likely to succeed in its lawsuit against the Venu Sports joint venture and granted a preliminary injunction to halt its launch. The involved parties plan to appeal the ruling, while Fubo will proceed with its lawsuit.
September 2024: Fubo Introduces Multiviewing on Roku Devices
In September 2024, Fubo became the first virtual multichannel video programming distributor (vMVPD) to enable users to customize their channel selection for multiviewing on Roku devices, allowing Roku Ultra owners to stream up to four channels simultaneously, while owners of Roku Express 4K/4K+ and Roku Streaming Stick 4K/4K+ can stream two channels at once.
October 2024: Fubo Announces Chicago Sports Network Agreement and Premium Subscription Services
In October 2024, Fubo announced an agreement with the Chicago Sports Network. Also in October, Fubo launched a standalone subscription service called Premium Subscription Services that lets users subscribe to specific live and on-demand content without needing a base channel plan.
November 2024: Fubo Adds NBCUniversal FAST Channels to Platform
In November 2024, Fubo announced a deal with NBCUniversal to add 18 NBCU FAST channels to its platform, including Noticias Telemundo Ahora, NBC Sports, and Today All Day. Four Telemundo channels launched immediately on Fubo's Spanish-language Latino plan and all English-language channel plans. The remaining 14 channels were slated to launch soon after.
2024: J.D. Power's Customer Satisfaction Score
For the 2024 evaluation, J.D. Power gave Fubo a customer satisfaction score of 578, putting it ahead of DirecTV Stream's score of 558. Fubo trailed YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling TV.
January 6, 2025: Disney to Acquire Stake in Fubo, Merge with Hulu Live TV
On January 6, 2025, The Walt Disney Company announced its intent to acquire a 70% stake in Fubo, who will merge with Hulu's live TV service. The combined company will remain public, but will be controlled by Disney shareholders and will be a sister service to Disney+, ESPN+, and the aforementioned Hulu.
February 2025: Fubo to Stream Fubo Sports Network Over-the-Air
In February 2025, Fubo announced it would begin streaming its Fubo Sports linear network on over-the-air channels in over 100 markets across the United States, including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago, making the service accessible to more than 12 million traditional TV households.
February 2025: Subscriber Count Reaches 2.038 Million Globally
As of February 2025, Fubo reported having 2.038 million global paying subscribers, including 1.676 million in North America.
March 2025: Fubo Announces Agreement with Rangers Sports Network
In March 2025, Fubo announced an agreement with the Rangers Sports Network, allowing the service to stream all available Texas Rangers games, including both pre- and post-game broadcasts.
April 2025: Fubo Ranks Among Fastest-Growing Companies by Financial Times
In April 2025, Fubo ranked 79th in Financial Times' list of The Americas’ Fastest-Growing Companies of 2025, boasting an absolute growth rate of 528.4% and a compound annual growth rate of 84.5%.
2025: Fubo Sports Network and European League of Football
In 2025, Fubo Sports Network began being distributed over-the-air. Later that year Fubo signed a deal with the European League of Football (ELF). Fubo Sports will air one game per week, and the playoffs of the highest American Football league in Europe.
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