If you're looking for a sports-packed day on May 16, 2026, we've got you covered with a lineup that spans the globe—from the lush fairways of the PGA Championship to the gritty pitches of the Bundesliga. Here's your guide to the best viewing picks, whether you're tuning in from the couch or gearing up for a game day.
Start your morning with a caffeine kick and some international flair. The Bundesliga wraps up its season with Matchday 34, featuring nine simultaneous kickoffs at 9:20 a.m. ET on ESPN+. Catch the drama as Bayern München faces 1. FC Köln, or follow all the action with the Goal Arena—The Bundesliga Konferenz, which gives you live updates across every game. For a deep dive, don't miss the Bundesliga Highlights Show at 4:30 p.m.
College sports fans have plenty to cheer for, too. The NCAA Division I Softball Championship Regionals begin at 10 a.m. on SEC Network, with Florida taking on Georgia Tech in the Gainesville Regional winners' bracket. Later, the men's lacrosse quarterfinals heat up at noon on ESPNU, as Johns Hopkins battles Notre Dame, followed by Syracuse vs. North Carolina at 2:30 p.m. And if baseball's your game, college matchups like Mississippi State at Texas A&M (noon, SEC Network) and UCLA at Washington (3 p.m., Big Ten Network) will keep you on edge.
As the afternoon rolls into evening, switch gears to the Banana Ball World Tour. Game 3 brings the Savannah Bananas against the Coco Beach Coconuts from Historic Grayson Stadium in Savannah, GA, at 7 p.m. on The CW. It's baseball, but not as you know it—expect entertainment, trick plays, and a whole lot of fun.
For the night owls, Australian Rules Football delivers Round 10 action. The Essendon Bombers face the Fremantle Dockers at 11 p.m. on Fox Soccer Plus, followed by St. Kilda Saints vs. Richmond Tigers at 1:13 a.m. (Sunday) and West Coast Eagles vs. Greater Western Sydney Giants at 4 a.m. (Sunday) on FS2/Fox One. Perfect for those who want to cap off the day—or start the next one—with some high-octane footy.
Whether you're gearing up for the PGA Championship or just soaking in the variety, May 16 is a sports fan's dream. Grab your favorite team gear, settle in, and enjoy the show.