Spain and Andorra prepare to host a major international soccer event in 2030, with Netflix securing exclusive rights to broadcast the action.
The streaming giant will broadcast all 104 matches of the tournament, marking its first foray into men's World Cup coverage.
The 2030 FIFA World Cup will see Spain, the reigning champion, partner with Morocco and Portugal to host the competition, with matches also taking place in Uruguay, Paraguay, and Argentina. The agreement covers all 104 matches of the tournament, which will be co-hosted by Spain, Morocco, and Portugal.
Netflix will give viewers a taste of the action by making one match per day available for free in Spain, while a national broadcaster will receive a package of key games, including Spain's matches.
The deal is seen as a significant step for Netflix in its expansion into live sports coverage in Europe.
Why it matters
This deal marks a significant step for Netflix in its expansion into live sports coverage in Europe, and could pave the way for the streaming giant to secure rights to other major sporting events.
What's next
The 2030 World Cup is set to take place in the summer of that year, with Netflix's coverage expected to begin in the months leading up to the tournament.
How the story unfolded
- The Hollywood Reporter Netflix Takes World Cup Rights in Spain
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- BBC Sport – Netflix secures 2030 World Cup TV rights in Spain ↗
- Yahoo Sports – Netflix acquires Spanish rights to 2030 men’s World Cup ↗
- Variety – Netflix Scores Exclusive 2030 FIFA World Cup Rights in Spain and Andorra in Landmark Deal ↗
- The Hollywood Reporter – Netflix Takes World Cup Rights in Spain ↗
- Deadline – Netflix Scores Exclusive Rights To Stream Every FIFA World Cup 2030 Game In Spain ↗
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Frequently asked questions
What is this soccer News World Cup story about?
The streaming giant will broadcast all 104 matches of the tournament, marking its first foray into men's World Cup coverage. The 2030 FIFA World Cup will see Spain join forces with Morocco and Portugal to host the competition, with matches also taking place in other countries.
When was this soccer News World Cup news reported?
FlashFeed published this brief on October 13, 2026. The earliest report it draws on, from Deadline, is dated October 13, 2026.
What should I know about soccer News World Cup?
All 104 matches of the tournament will be broadcast live by Netflix. One match per day will be available for free in Spain, giving fans a chance to experience the excitement of the tournament.
Why should readers care about soccer News World Cup?
This deal marks a significant step for Netflix in its expansion into live sports coverage in Europe, and could pave the way for the streaming giant to secure rights to other major sporting events.
What's next for soccer News World Cup?
The 2030 World Cup is set to take place in the summer of that year, with Netflix's coverage expected to begin in the months leading up to the tournament.
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