Amanze Chinonye
Netflix has secured exclusive broadcasting rights to all 104 matches of the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra, expanding the streaming platform’s live sports offering ahead of the tournament’s centenary edition, the company said on Tuesday.
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The agreement will give viewers in both countries live coverage of every match, alongside pre-match, half-time and post-match programmes, daily match highlights and content designed to build anticipation ahead of the tournament. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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In Spain, one match per matchday will be available free of charge. A package featuring every Spain match, both semi-finals and the final will also be made available to a national free-to-air broadcaster, whose identity has yet to be announced.
Spain will co-host the tournament with Portugal and Morocco, while Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay will stage centenary celebration matches marking 100 years since the inaugural World Cup was held in Uruguay in 1930.
Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s chief content officer, said the company was looking forward to bringing the tournament to fans in Spain and Andorra, highlighting the significance of Spain hosting the competition as reigning world champions.
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FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström said the organisation welcomed the agreement, adding that both parties aimed to bring fans closer to the game and broaden access to the competition.
The deal extends Netflix’s partnership with FIFA. The streaming company also holds broadcasting rights to the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil and the 2031 edition in the United States and Canada.
Netflix has expanded its live sports portfolio to include NFL games, Major League Baseball, WWE events, boxing and mixed martial arts.
In Spain, its sports-related programming has included documentaries and series featuring football and tennis figures, including Luis Figo, Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz.
Amanze Chinonye is a Staff Correspondent at Prime Business Africa, a rising star in the literary world, weaving captivating stories that transport readers to the vibrant landscapes of Nigeria and the rest of Africa. With a unique voice that blends with the newspaper's tradition and style, Chinonye's writing is a masterful exploration of the human condition, delving into themes of identity, culture, and social justice. Through her words, Chinonye paints vivid portraits of everyday African life, from the bustling markets of Nigeria's Lagos to the quiet villages of South Africa's countryside . With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the complexities of Nigerian society, Chinonye's writing is both a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage and a powerful call to action for a brighter future. As a writer, Chinonye is a true storyteller, using her dexterity to educate, inspire, and uplift readers around the world.
