BBC Sport (UK Free-to-Air) – Astra 28.2°E
Major events including the FA Cup, Wimbledon, and the 2026 FIFA World Cup are all covered by the BBC in 2026. The "Red Button" channel hosts overflow matches, while BBC One HD and BBC Two HD carry the majority of live matches.
| Channel Name | Frequency | Polarity | Symbol Rate | Standard |
| BBC One HD (England) | 10847 | Vertical | 23000 | DVB-S2 (8PSK) |
| BBC Two HD | 10847 | Vertical | 23000 | DVB-S2 (8PSK) |
| BBC One London HD | 10818 | Vertical | 23000 | DVB-S2 (8PSK) |
| BBC Red Button 1 HD | 10788 | Vertical | 23000 | DVB-S2 (8PSK) |
| BBC Three / CBBC HD | 10847 | Vertical | 23000 | DVB-S2 (8PSK) |
Note on the 2026 World Cup: The BBC and ITV have confirmed a joint broadcast deal for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. If a match isn't on the BBC frequencies above, check the ITV1 HD frequency (11097 V, 23000) on the same satellite.
Regional Variations: Europe & Beyond
Europe (Astra 2E/2F/2G): These channels use a "UK Spotbeam" designed to focus signal on the British Isles. If you are in Southern Spain, Italy, or Scandinavia, you may need a 1.2m to 2.4m dish to lock these frequencies reliably in HD.
USA: BBC Sport does not broadcast via traditional satellite in the US. However, you can find the BBC News channel (which carries "Sport Today" bulletins) on Galaxy 16 (99°W) at 11720 H.
Asia: For international highlights and sports news, BBC News HD is available on AsiaSat 7 (105.5°E) at 3880 H, 27500.
Updated 2026 Scanning Tips
FEC Settings: Most BBC HD transponders now use an FEC of 3/4. If your receiver requires manual FEC entry, ensure this is set correctly or the signal will not "lock."
Red Button HD: This is where the BBC hides extra live football feeds during the FA Cup and major tournaments. It is often labeled as "6390" or "Stream 1" during manual scans.
H.265/HEVC: While most BBC channels are still H.264, ensure your 2026 receiver is HEVC ready for any special 4K/UHD "Red Button" pop-up channels during the World Cup.
