ESPN Brasil
The Brazilian edition of ESPN, with football, NBA and F1 coverage and streaming.
ESPN Brasil at a glance
ESPN Brasil is a sports website and one of the most visited sites in Brazil, currently ranked #112 in the country. It was founded in 1989 by ESPN and is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Today ESPN Brasil is owned by The Walt Disney Company. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 45 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through advertising, subscriptions. Its closest rivals include ge.globo.com, lance.com.br, uol.com.br.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 42.3 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 43.6 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 45 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 47.7 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct45%
- Organic search30%
- Social16%
- Referral6%
- Paid3%
Audience & demographics
- Men74%
- Women26%
- Age 18-2427%
- Age 25-3431%
- Age 35-4422%
The audience is concentrated in Brazil, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Brazil86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 13.5 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Brazil
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| espn brasil | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| live scores | Top 10 | High | — |
| match results | Top 10 | High | — |
| league table | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Brazil web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 83% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading sports apps in Brazil
Company information
- Website
- espn.com.br
- Sector
- Sports
- Owner
- The Walt Disney Company
- Owner type
- Subsidiary of public company
- Founders
- ESPN
- Founded
- 1989
- Headquarters
- São Paulo, Brazil
- Employees
- 300+
- Ownership
- The Walt Disney Company controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- Not publicly disclosed
- Languages
- Portuguese
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, social
Financials
- Revenue
- Not publicly disclosed
- Ownership
- Subsidiary of public company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
ESPN Brasil operates a sports media platform focused on Brazil. The Brazilian edition of ESPN, with football, NBA and F1 coverage and streaming. Revenue comes mainly from advertising, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Advertising
- Subscriptions
Products & services
Related deals on Amazon
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International presence
- Primary market
- Brazil
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Brazil)
- #112 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading sports site in Brazil
- Global rank
- 1500
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ge.globo.com | ≈ 27 million / month | #113 class competitor | — |
| lance.com.br | ≈ 20.2 million / month | #114 class competitor | — |
| uol.com.br | ≈ 13.5 million / month | #115 class competitor | — |
What is ESPN Brasil?
ESPN Brasil (espn.com.br) is a sports media platform serving users in Brazil. The Brazilian edition of ESPN, with football, NBA and F1 coverage and streaming. It ranks #112 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the sports category.
Who owns ESPN Brasil?
The site is operated by The Walt Disney Company, founded by ESPN. The company was established in 1989 and is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. It employs around 300+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place ESPN Brasil at roughly 45 million visits per month, about 1.5 million per day. Around 83% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 4.8 pages per visit with an average session of 5 min.
How ESPN Brasil makes money
Revenue comes primarily from advertising, alongside subscriptions.
Competitors in Brazil
Its closest rivals include ge.globo.com, lance.com.br, uol.com.br.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 1989
ESPN Brasil is founded in São Paulo, Brazil.
- Growth phase
Expands its sports offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #112 among the most visited websites in Brazil.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Live scores and fast match reporting
- Deep coverage of national leagues
- Free access to most content
- Strong mobile and app experience
Cons
- Ad-heavy match pages
- Betting advertising throughout
- Rumour-driven transfer coverage
- Video rights limit highlights
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns ESPN Brasil?
ESPN Brasil is operated by The Walt Disney Company. Subsidiary of public company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is ESPN Brasil headquartered?
ESPN Brasil is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil.
When was ESPN Brasil founded?
ESPN Brasil was founded in 1989 by ESPN.
How many employees does ESPN Brasil have?
ESPN Brasil employs approximately 300+ people.
What is ESPN Brasil's revenue?
ESPN Brasil's revenue: Not publicly disclosed.
Who are ESPN Brasil's competitors?
Main competitors in Brazil include ge.globo.com, lance.com.br, uol.com.br.
How does ESPN Brasil make money?
Mainly advertising, subscriptions.
Is ESPN Brasil publicly traded?
ESPN Brasil's ownership: Subsidiary of public company.
How many visitors does ESPN Brasil get?
Third-party estimates place ESPN Brasil at roughly 45 million visits per month, mostly from Brazil, with 83% mobile traffic.
Is ESPN Brasil safe?
ESPN Brasil is an established sports site founded in 1989 and ranked #112 in Brazil; use the official domain espn.com.br and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsespn.com.br
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageBrazil and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos