(Finance) – FIFA e Netflix they signed a agreement regarding exclusive rights in the United States for the 2027 and 2031 Women’s World Cupin what represents a historic announcement for women’s football.
The FIFA Women’s World Cup will be the first competition to be acquired in its entirety by Netflix. The 2027 Women’s World Cup will take place in Brazil from 24 June to 25 July 2027, while the host nation of the 2031 edition will be decided in due course.
“This is a historic moment for sports media rights – said the FIFA president, Gianni Infantino – As a flagship brand and new long-term partner of FIFA, Netflix has demonstrated a very strong level of commitment to the growth of women’s football. This agreement sends a strong message about the real value of the FIFA Women’s World Cup and global women’s football.”
In addition to offering live coverage, Netflix will produce exclusive documentary series ahead of both tournaments, highlighting the best players in the world and the global growth of women’s football.
“I saw typhus grow enormously for the FIFA Women’s World Cup, from the electric atmosphere in France in 2019, to the incredible energy we saw in Australia and New Zealand last year,” she said Bela BajariaChief Content Officer at Netflix – Bringing this iconic tournament to Netflix isn’t just about streaming the games, it’s about celebrating the players, culture and passion that drive the global rise of women’s sport.”