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Netflix secures 2030 World Cup broadcasting rights for Spain and Andorra

Netflix will broadcast the 2030 World Cup in Spain and Andorra, its first such deal for the tournament, as streaming platforms expand further into live sports.

Analysis deskEditor Andersson Iyke
7 outlets, 5 regions
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What happened

Netflix has secured exclusive rights to broadcast the 2030 FIFA Men's World Cup in Spain and Andorra, its first deal to air the tournament.1234567

The agreement is reported to cover all 104 matches, including pregame, halftime and postgame programming, with at least one match per matchday free to viewers in Spain.46

The 2030 tournament, marking the World Cup's 100th anniversary, will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with Spain the defending champion.4

Key points

  • Netflix has secured exclusive broadcasting rights to air the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra.1234567
  • This will be the first time Netflix broadcasts World Cup matches.27
  • The deal will include coverage of all 104 matches of the tournament.46
  • At least some matches will be available free to viewers in Spain.36
  • The deal represents a major expansion of Netflix's sports broadcasting portfolio.13

What the coverage leaves out

  • None of the outlets reviewed reported the financial terms of the deal.
  • None of the outlets reviewed reported comment from FIFA or details on how broadcasting rights in other host or participating countries will be allocated.
  • None of the outlets reviewed reported reaction from Spanish broadcasters or rival bidders for the rights.

Why it matters

The 2030 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco and marks the 100th anniversary of the tournament.4

Spain enters as the defending champion of the men's World Cup.4

Sources (7)

Every outlet we drew on, grouped by where it is based. Read the originals for the full reporting.

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