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Dazn acquires global streaming rights for 2029 Club World Cup

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Dazn acquires global streaming rights for 2029 Club World Cup

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Dazn has secured an exclusive option for global streaming rights for the 2029 Club World Cup. This agreement enhances the company's relationship with FIFA following their $1 billion deal for the 2025 tournament rights. Dazn, a Saudi Arabia-backed streaming service, had stepped in to support FIFA by taking on the global rights after traditional broadcasters hesitated to bid. The deal positions Dazn as a key player in the expansion of FIFA's tournament broadcasts.

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•Dazn secures global streaming rights for 2029 Club World Cup
•Agreement follows $1 billion deal for 2025 tournament
•Dazn's involvement aids FIFA amid broadcaster hesitance

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Deal deepens company’s relationship with Fifa Dazn paid $1bn for global rights for the 2025 tournament Dazn has secured an exclusive option for global streaming rights for the next men’s Club World Cup in 2029 in a development that deepens its partnership with Fifa. The Saudi Arabia-backed streaming company came to Fifa’s aid before the inaugural 32-team Club World Cup in the United States last year by agreeing to pay $1bn for global rights for the tournament after many linear broadcasters and other streamers had declined to bid. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Exclusive by Matt Hughes

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