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FIFA Struggles to Sell Women’s Champions Cup Broadcast Rights

12/3/2025

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Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has failed to sell broadcast rights for the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup, set in London January 28–February 1, 2026.
FIFA offered rights to Sky Sports and BBC, but both broadcasters showed little interest.
Arsenal, the UEFA Women’s Champions League holders, features in the tournament, which has only four scheduled matches.
The approach mirrors DAZN's $1 billion purchase of the men’s Club World Cup rights.

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Story summary

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has failed to sell broadcast rights for the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup, set in London January 28–February 1, 2026.
FIFA offered rights to Sky Sports and BBC, but both broadcasters showed little interest.
Arsenal, the UEFA Women’s Champions League holders, features in the tournament, which has only four scheduled matches.
The approach mirrors DAZN's $1 billion purchase of the men’s Club World Cup rights.