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AFA Ends TyC Deal for Lower-Division TV, Opens Search for 2026 Rights

The federation will launch technical and economic studies to determine the new transmission model for next season.

Overview

  • The agreement with Torneos y Competencias (TyC) and Tele Red Imagen (TRISA) concluded with the final matches of the 2025 Primera Nacional and Primera B Metropolitana.
  • The outgoing contract was signed on March 31, 2016 and included a modification dated June 6, 2019.
  • AFA will evaluate options that include a proprietary digital platform, pay television carriage, or free-to-air broadcasts.
  • Officials plan to invite proposals from interested companies as part of a selection and negotiation process for 2026 coverage.
  • The stated objective is to secure higher revenues and greater visibility for clubs across the two lower divisions.