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Bundesliga inks $20M U.S. TV deal through 2031

8/5/2026

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  • The Bundesliga signed a U.S. broadcast deal with USA Network and Fandango through 2030-31, paying $20 million per year.
  • All 300-plus games will air on subscription USA Network or free ad-supported Fandango.
  • The $20 million annual fee is down from ESPN’s previous $34 million per-year payment.
  • Executive Robin Austermann said U.S. fans have risen 43 % in five years, helped by the 2026 World Cup.