🖥️ Champions on Netflix or Disney+? It could soon happen, find out | OneFootball

Uefa is preparing a new way for fans around the world to watch European competitions.

According to the newspaper The Times, the entity that governs European football plans to include, in the next broadcast rights cycle (2027–2033), a new category of exclusive global rights, which could be acquired by streaming giants such as Netflix, Disney+, Amazon, or DAZN.

The proposal would allow one of these platforms to have the exclusive worldwide right to broadcast one match per round of the Champions League, Europa League, or Conference League.

This idea is part of UEFA’s strategy to strengthen its digital presence and expand the global reach of its competitions.

Sources close to the process indicate that UEFA and the clubs expect to raise around 5 billion euros per season from broadcast rights and sponsorships, a significant increase compared to the current 4 billion pounds in the ongoing cycle.

The official launch of the bidding process is scheduled for October 13, through UC3, a partnership between UEFA and the European Football Clubs (EFC).

During the EFC general assembly, UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin highlighted the potential of the new model to boost the growth of European football.

“With this partnership, football will continue to grow. And with Relevent [marketing agency] by our side, we have the right team to make it happen. Together, we are building something ambitious and innovative, to make football more accessible and engaging,” said Ceferin.

According to him, the goal is to expand revenue streams and attract new audiences, leveraging digital platforms to bring fans even closer to the game.

⚽ Impact on the Brazilian market

If confirmed, this change could transform the sports broadcasting landscape, but it is uncertain what could happen in Brazil.

Currently, the rights to the Champions League belong to Warner Bros. Discovery (TNT Sports), which broadcasts the matches on Max (formerly HBO Max) and on the TNT channel.

But the entry of platforms like Netflix or Disney+ would bring a new battle among streaming giants.

So, would you like to watch a Champions League match on one of these streaming services?

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.

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