The key facts

  • Netflix will show all 104 matches of the 2030 World Cup in Spain and Andorra
  • The tournament will be held in Morocco, Portugal and Spain, plus three matches in South America
  • In Spain there will be free access to at least one match per matchday

Netflix acquires 2030 World Cup rights in Spain and Andorra

Netflix announced on Tuesday that it has acquired the rights to broadcast the 2030 FIFA World Cup in the territories of Spain and Andorra. Under the terms of the deal, the streaming service will show all 104 matches of the tournament live. The deal marks a notable step in Netflix's strategy of expanding its portfolio of live sports broadcasts and competing with traditional broadcasters.

Where and how the tournament will take place

The 2030 World Cup is scheduled to be held in Morocco, Portugal and Spain. In addition, three special matches marking the tournament's centenary will take place in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay.

Free access for viewers in Spain

In Spain, viewers will be able to watch at least one match of each matchday for free. In addition, a nationwide free-to-air channel will receive the right to broadcast all matches of the Spanish national team, both semi-finals and the final.

Reaction from the parties

“Few events bring people together like the World Cup,” said Netflix Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria, as quoted by Tudum, the company's official website. According to her, she was in the stands this year when Spain lifted the trophy and saw the passion, pride and stories that become part of a nation's culture and are remembered for generations. FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström noted: “We are pleased to develop our partnership with Netflix as we look ahead to the FIFA World Cup 2030. Our shared goal is to bring fans closer to the game and enable as many people as possible to share the excitement of the competition.”