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Premier League's Broadcast Deal Soars 25% to £450 Million

2/17/2026

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The Premier League secured a 25% increase in the value of its broadcast contract in South America and the Caribbean through a new deal with ESPN, worth approximately £450 million and extending to 2031.
The deal was announced during a shareholders' meeting, highlighting the rising value of overseas TV rights amid a flat domestic market.
Overseas contracts now generate £2.1 billion annually, surpassing domestic deals at £1.67 billion.
The league aims to boost its US rights deal, which will be up for renewal after the upcoming World Cup.

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The Premier League secured a 25% increase in the value of its broadcast contract in South America and the Caribbean through a new deal with ESPN, worth approximately £450 million and extending to 2031.
The deal was announced during a shareholders' meeting, highlighting the rising value of overseas TV rights amid a flat domestic market.
Overseas contracts now generate £2.1 billion annually, surpassing domestic deals at £1.67 billion.
The league aims to boost its US rights deal, which will be up for renewal after the upcoming World Cup.