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5mo ago

DAZN and LFP Resolve Dispute, Paving Way for Ligue 1-Owned Channel

A €140 million settlement ends legal battles, while DAZN eyes a €100 million investment in the new broadcaster.

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Overview

  • DAZN and the Ligue 1 federation (LFP) have settled their months-long legal dispute, with DAZN agreeing to pay €140 million in outstanding fees.
  • The settlement nullifies DAZN's €573 million compensation claim and halts ongoing legal proceedings in the Paris Commercial Court.
  • The agreement facilitates the launch of a Ligue 1-owned broadcasting channel, which is expected to begin operations next season.
  • DAZN has expressed interest in investing €100 million in the new channel, potentially relinquishing its rights to broadcast eight matches per week.
  • In Germany, DAZN secures Bundesliga conference rights for the 2025/26 season, while Sky introduces its innovative 'My Matchday' feature to retain viewers.