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The Texas Longhorns continue their introduction to the SEC this weekend with a highly anticipated game against the Georgia Bulldogs. We've compiled everything you need to know to watch Georgia vs. Texas, including cable and live streaming options.

No. 5 Georgia travels to Austin to face No. 1 Texas on Saturday evening, the teams' first head-to-head matchup in over five years. The teams last played in the 2019 Sugar Bowl, where Texas defeated Georgia 28-21. Georgia is 5-1 this year and lost to Alabama just last month, but Texas has an undefeated season so far with a 6-0 record. It's the Longhorns' first year in the SEC and offers top-notch competition from conference giants like Georgia and Alabama.

Whether you're rooting for the Bulldogs or the Longhorns, we've got you covered when it comes to all the ways you can watch the game. Don't forget to bookmark our college football streaming guide for information on other upcoming games.

What channel is Georgia vs. Texas on?

The Georgia vs. Texas game will be broadcast in the US on ABC. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, October 19th.

How to watch Georgia vs Texas in USA

If you don't have cable or access to a good antenna, there are several ways to live stream the Georgia vs. Texas game, including comprehensive live TV packages and a streaming service focused on specific games, such as Take tonight's game, for example.

At just $11.99/month, ESPN Plus is the cheapest way to watch tonight's game. The streaming service is a hub for college football games and broadcasts some of the best games of the season. ESPN Plus is not a direct simulcast of ABC or ESPN, but does offer select live broadcasts from the networks, including extensive college football and UFC offerings.

If you are looking for a streaming service that can show you the Georgia vs Texas game Plus If you have tons of other channels besides ABC, it might be time to look into a live TV streaming package. Sling TV, Fubo, and DirecTV Stream are three of our most popular monthly options. All three streamers made it into our roundup of the best sports streaming services.

Sling TV is one of the cheapest live TV packages on the market, with plans starting at $40/month. You must subscribe to the Sling Blue plan to access ABC. However, keep in mind that Sling's local channel coverage is selective. Therefore, make sure the network is available in your region before signing up. Sling Blue offers 43 live channels, and if you upgrade to Sling Orange + Blue for $55/month, you can also receive ESPN and other channels. Currently, you can get $20 off your first month when you sign up for a plan.

DirecTV Stream and Fubo are two other top-rated options. They're a little more expensive than the other services in this article, with DirecTV plans starting at $87/month and Fubo subscriptions starting at $80/month, but they're solid cable alternatives that offer ABC and more than 90 other live channels . Right now, you can try DirecTV Stream free for five days or Fubo free for a full week. Plus, Fubo will discount your first month of service by $20 if you decide to keep your subscriptions.

Here's how you can watch Georgia vs Texas from anywhere

Football fans traveling away don't have to worry about missing out on any of the action. A VPN (virtual private network) can help you keep up with your usual websites, apps, and subscriptions from anywhere. ExpressVPN, which offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, is our favorite and one we recommend over time.

These easy-to-use cybersecurity tools allow you to change your virtual location so you can use everything as if you were at home. All of the services we're highlighting today require U.S. forms of payment, making this option best suited for Americans who are currently traveling abroad. For more information about ExpressVPN, see our review. Read on to learn how to use a VPN.

How to watch Georgia vs. Texas with a VPN

• Sign up for a VPN if you don't already have one.
• Install it on the device you use to watch.
• Turn it on and set it to a location in the USA.
• Sign up for the streaming service if you don't already have one.
• Enjoy the game.

Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content could violate the terms of service for certain services. Insider neither advocates nor condones the illegal use of VPNs.