Alright, guys, today I want to share with you how I got to watch the Lions vs. 49ers game for free. You won’t believe how easy it was!

So, I started by searching online, just typing in “how to watch Lions vs. 49ers free.” I saw a bunch of results and started digging.
Finding a Way In
First, I found out that the game was scheduled for Monday at 8:15 p.m. ET. It’s the Week 17 game, and it was going to be aired on ABC. That’s cool, but I don’t have cable.
I kept scrolling and found some interesting stuff.
- Some folks were saying ExpressåŠ é€Ÿå™¨ is a good bet if you’re trying to watch from a different country. I didn’t need that, but it’s good to know.
- Then I saw that FuboTV was offering a free trial. Bingo! That sounded like a plan.
- I found some information that mentioned the NFL+, YouTube TV, or Fubo as streaming options. Fubo seemed like the simplest path since I was after that free trial.
Taking Action
I went straight to FuboTV’s website and signed up for the free trial. It was super easy, just needed an email and to create a password. Boom, I was in!
I made sure to set a reminder for when the game was starting, 8:15 p.m. ET. When the time came, I logged into Fubo, found the ABC channel, and there it was – the Lions vs. 49ers game, live and in HD!

Enjoying the Game
I watched the entire game without any issues. The stream was smooth, no buffering or anything. It felt great to catch the game without spending a dime.
I did learn that the Lions were at 13-2 and the 49ers at 6-9, and this was their first matchup since the 2023 NFC Championship. Pretty cool context for the game.
Oh, and I also learned that while most Monday Night Football games are on ESPN+, there was no game on January 6, 2025, because the regular season ended in Week 18. Useful info to remember.
So, there you have it. That’s how I managed to watch the Lions vs. 49ers game for free. It was simple, and I didn’t have to jump through any hoops. Just signed up for a free trial on Fubo, and I was good to go. If you’re looking to catch a game without paying, I definitely recommend giving this a try!