Netflix Acquires 2030 World Cup Broadcasting Rights in Spain
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Netflix has acquired the broadcasting rights for the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra, marking its first time airing the men's tournament. All 104 matches will be streamed live to subscribers, with some games offered free and all Spanish team matches broadcast on open TV. The centenary World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, with additional games in Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay. This deal is limited to Spain and Andorra, with no current announcement for Israel.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Netflix will broadcast the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra.
- This is the first time Netflix will stream the men's World Cup.
- All 104 matches will be available live to Netflix subscribers in the region.
- Some games will be free to view, and all Spanish team matches will air on open TV.
- The 2030 World Cup celebrates 100 years and will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Netflix has acquired the exclusive broadcasting rights for the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra, marking the first time the subscription streaming service will air the men's premier international soccer tournament. The company announced on Wednesday that it will stream all 104 matches live to its subscribers in these territories.
As part of the agreement, one match per game day will be available for free viewing in Spain. Additionally, all matches featuring the Spanish national team, along with the final, will also be broadcast on free-to-air television channels, accessible to non-subscribers. The 2030 World Cup will be a special centenary edition, with Spain co-hosting alongside Portugal and Morocco. Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay will also host some matches as part of the 100th-anniversary celebrations.
This move signifies Netflix's expanding presence in live sports broadcasting. The platform has previously aired various sporting events in the UK, including WWE performances, NFL games, and boxing matches. In December, Netflix is scheduled to broadcast the heavyweight boxing match between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. Furthermore, Netflix holds the broadcasting rights for the Women's World Cup in 2027 and 2031 in the United States and Canada.
It is important to note that this new agreement specifically pertains to broadcasting rights in Spain and Andorra. No announcement has been made regarding the acquisition of the 2030 World Cup broadcasting rights in Israel.
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