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Illegal Sports Streaming Site Calcio Shut Down by ACE

9/11/2025

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The Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE) and DAZN shut down Calcio, Italy's leading illegal sports streaming site, which had over 6 million monthly visits.
Operating from Moldova, Calcio provided unauthorized access to major sports leagues.
The shutdown resulted from a joint investigation by ACE and DAZN's anti-piracy teams.
Calcio's 134 domains complicated previous blocking attempts.
This closure aims to protect the sports ecosystem and enhance commercial value.

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Story summary

The Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE) and DAZN shut down Calcio, Italy's leading illegal sports streaming site, which had over 6 million monthly visits.
Operating from Moldova, Calcio provided unauthorized access to major sports leagues.
The shutdown resulted from a joint investigation by ACE and DAZN's anti-piracy teams.
Calcio's 134 domains complicated previous blocking attempts.
This closure aims to protect the sports ecosystem and enhance commercial value.