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SPFL opens bidding for next Scottish Premiership TV rights deal

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 10:44 AM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

SPFL opens bidding for next Scottish Premiership TV rights deal
Summary

The SPFL has invited broadcasters to bid for UK TV rights for the Scottish Premiership starting with the 2029-30 season. Their current five-year deal with Sky Sports, valued at £150 million, is set to expire at the conclusion of the 2028-29 campaign. Neil Doncaster, SPFL chief executive, expressed confidence in strong broadcaster interest due to the league's appeal. Premier Sports will continue to air selected matches next season under a separate agreement that does not affect this bidding process.

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  • •Current agreement with Sky Sports runs until the end of the 2028-29 season.
  • •SPFL allows flexibility for the number of games shown live in future deals.
  • •Premier Sports can show up to 22 top-flight fixtures annually.
  • •Contract for Scottish League Cup broadcasts is in place until at least 2030-31.
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  • 10:44 AMBBC Sport — SPFL invites bids for new Scottish Premiership TV deal
What they're saying
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The SPFL expects "strong interest" after inviting broadcasters to bid for the UK rights to show Scottish Premiership matches from the 2029-30 campaign.

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