Club World Cup to Air on Free-to-Air Television in the UK
Channel 5 Secures Deal to Broadcast Matches Alongside DAZN
LONDON – Football fans in the United Kingdom will have the opportunity to watch the Club World Cup on free-to-air television this summer.Channel 5 has reached a sublicensing agreement with DAZN, the global rights holder, to broadcast 23 matches of the expanded tournament.
Extensive coverage Across Platforms
Under the agreement, Channel 5 will broadcast 15 group stage matches, four Round of 16 matches, two quarter-finals, one semi-final, and the final. DAZN will exclusively stream the remaining 40 games and has committed to making every match available for free globally via its app.
Channel 5 Expands Sports Portfolio
The Club World cup, featuring prominent teams, marks a important addition to Channel 5’s sports programming. The broadcaster, owned by Paramount, is also in discussions with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to potentially acquire rights for select England T20 matches (two men’s and two women’s) this summer.
Cross-Promotional Benefits
The deal between Channel 5 and DAZN represents a cross-promotional strategy designed to maximize viewership and engagement across both platforms.
FIFA Club World Cup Broadcasters Secured: Channel 5 to Air Games in the UK
LONDON – The FIFA Club World Cup has found its broadcasters, with Channel 5 securing a deal with Dazn to provide free-to-air coverage in the United Kingdom. This agreement ensures broader access to the tournament, set to be one of the summer’s premier sporting events.
DAZN Invests Heavily in Rights, Sublicenses for Wider Reach
Dazn, which acquired global rights for the Club World Cup for a reported $1 billion, has sublicensed rights to ensure maximum viewership for FIFA and its commercial partners. Warner Bros. Discovery holds a sublicensing agreement for the United States.
financial Backing Fuels Dazn’s Expansion
The acquisition of rights by Dazn was supported by a minority stake investment from Saudi Arabia’s Surj sports Investment group,valued at $1 billion. This partnership highlights the growing financial influence in the sports broadcasting landscape.
Channel 5 Secures UK Broadcast Rights
Channel 5 has partnered with Dazn to broadcast the FIFA Club World Cup in the UK, beating Channel 4 to the agreement. The deal was brokered by Lee Sears, President of International Ad Sales at Paramount.
BBC and ITV Prioritize women’s Euro Championship
The BBC and ITV opted out of bidding for the Club World Cup rights, focusing instead on their joint coverage of the Women’s European Championship.
Tournament Prize Money and Participation Fees Announced
FIFA has allocated $1 billion for prize and appearance funds, with the tournament winner potentially receiving up to $125.8 million based on performance. Chelsea and Manchester City are expected to recieve $38.19 million for qualifying.
Executive Quotes:
“We’re delighted to be able to have agreed this fantastic partnership with Dazn to expand free-to-air coverage of the Fifa Club world Cup, live on 5,” said Lee Sears, President of International Ad Sales at Paramount. “It’s going to be one of the sporting events of the summer with most of the matches played in the evening peak time and 32 of the world’s biggest clubs involved.” Sears added that there are ambitions to offer viewers and advertisers “even more [sport] in the months to come”.
Channel 5 to Broadcast UEFA Women’s Champions League coverage Through DAZN Partnership
Channel 5 is set to broadcast coverage of the UEFA Women’s Champions League, leveraging DAZN’s existing production and branding. The competition, featuring top clubs like Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, and Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami, will be held from June 14 to July 13.
Strategic partnership: channel 5 Adopts DAZN’s Branding for UEFA Coverage
Instead of utilizing its own production staff and branding, Channel 5 will broadcast DAZN’s coverage of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. This strategic partnership allows Channel 5 to air the prestigious competition while promoting DAZN’s platform and content.
Star-Studded Tournament: Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern Munich Compete
The UEFA Women’s Champions League promises high-stakes matches and exceptional talent, with renowned clubs such as Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and Bayern Munich participating. Additionally, the tournament will showcase Inter Miami, featuring lionel Messi, adding star power to the competition.
Tournament Schedule: UEFA Women’s Champions League Runs Mid-June to Mid-July
Mark your calendars: the UEFA Women’s Champions League will captivate audiences from june 14 to july 13. Fans can anticipate weeks of thrilling matches as the best teams in women’s soccer compete for the coveted title.
Will I need a DAZN subscription to watch *all* of the Club World Cup matches?
Club World Cup & Beyond: Your FAQs Answered
What’s the big news about the Club World Cup in the UK?
Channel 5 has secured a deal to broadcast 15 group stage matches, four Round of 16 matches, two quarter-finals, one semi-final, and the final of the expanded FIFA Club World Cup for free-to-air viewers in the UK. This is thanks to a sublicensing agreement with DAZN, the global rights holder.
Who else is showing the Club World Cup?
DAZN will stream the remaining 40 matches exclusively, making every game available for free globally via it’s app.
Why is this a big deal for UK football fans?
It gives wider access to a major international tournament featuring top clubs. Plus,it’s free! Seeing games on Channel 5 means more people can watch.
What about the Women’s Champions League?
Channel 5 will also broadcast coverage of the UEFA Women’s Champions League, leveraging DAZN’s existing production and branding.
Where and when will the Women’s Champions League tournament take place?
The tournament will run from June 14th to July 13th!
How did Channel 5 manage to get these rights?
Channel 5 sublicensed the rights from DAZN, who spent big on the global rights acquisition. DAZN invested heavily in acquiring the rights for a reported $1 billion. A Saudi Arabian investment group supported their expansion.
Why didn’t BBC or ITV bid for the rights?
They prioritized their coverage of the Women’s European Championship.
How much prize money is up for grabs?
FIFA has allocated $1 billion for prize and appearance funds. The winner could receive up to $125.8 million.
What does this mean for Channel 5?
It strengthens their sports programming, and they’re looking to expand further. It’s an opportunity to reach new audiences and attract advertisers.
What other sports are Channel 5 looking at?
Channel 5 is in discussions with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to potentially acquire rights for select England T20 matches this summer.
Trivia time!
Did you know that Lee Sears, President of International Ad sales at Paramount, brokered the deal? He also mentioned the ambition to offer viewers and advertisers “even more [sport] in the months to come”.
Enjoy the Club World Cup and Women’s Champions League action! Now, get ready to mark your calendars and tune in to Channel 5 and DAZN for a summer filled with thrilling football!
