Netflix Gains Exclusive Rights for 2030 FIFA World Cup Matches

Netflix has secured exclusive broadcasting rights to all 104 matches of the 2030 FIFA Men’s World Cup in Spain and Andorra. This agreement allows Netflix to broadcast every match live, along with pre-match, half-time, and post-match programmes that will provide a Spanish perspective.

Additionally, Netflix plans to introduce a daily highlights programme on matchdays and other content leading up to the tournament. Viewers in Spain will have access to at least one match per matchday free of charge on Netflix.

A separate package, including every match involving Spain, both semi-finals, and the final, will be available to a national free-to-air broadcaster, which has yet to be named. Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, stated that the agreement would bring the competition closer to fans, especially as Spain prepares to co-host the tournament as defending world champions.

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström expressed enthusiasm for the partnership. The 2030 World Cup will commemorate the tournament's centenary, with Spain, Portugal, and Morocco hosting the main event.