Netflix will stream the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra, marking the first time the platform has broadcast the traditional World Cup. The streamer has secured exclusive rights to all 104 matches of the tournament, though viewing will be limited to audiences in Spain and Andorra.
To comply with local laws, Netflix has pledged to make one match each day free to air through unnamed national broadcasters. That free slot will include every game involving Spain, as the country is a host nation, along with both semi-finals and the final. All remaining matches will require a Netflix subscription.
Coverage will extend well beyond the matches themselves. Netflix plans to air pre-game, halftime and post-game shows, along with a daily round-up program on match days. The package is positioned as a strong offering for fans, some of whom may be tempted to use a VPN to access it from elsewhere.
The deal is part of a broader push by Netflix into FIFA properties. The platform has also secured US broadcast rights to the 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cup tournaments, signaling a growing commitment to live sports programming on its service.
Source: Engadget · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing