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Millions May Miss World Cup Without India, China Broadcasts

5/5/2026

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FIFA lacks broadcast deals in India and China, risking millions of viewers missing the June 11, 2026 World Cup.
Reliance-Disney offered $20 million for India’s rights, far below FIFA’s $100 million ask for 2026-2030.
Sony declined to bid for India’s rights, calling the deal economically unsound.
Broadcasters have five weeks to finalize deals and sell ads while FIFA’s agreements cover at least 175 territories and talks for India and China stay confidential.

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FIFA lacks broadcast deals in India and China, risking millions of viewers missing the June 11, 2026 World Cup.
Reliance-Disney offered $20 million for India’s rights, far below FIFA’s $100 million ask for 2026-2030.
Sony declined to bid for India’s rights, calling the deal economically unsound.
Broadcasters have five weeks to finalize deals and sell ads while FIFA’s agreements cover at least 175 territories and talks for India and China stay confidential.