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Reports Say Netflix Readies Bid for 2026–27 Champions League Rights With One-Match-Per-Round Plan

UEFA is seeking roughly £5 billion a year for the next cycle to widen competition for media packages.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report Netflix is preparing a formal offer to carry one Champions League game per round starting in the 2026–27 season.
  • The Times and follow-up coverage say Netflix could propose about £4.4 billion per year, though no agreement has been announced.
  • UEFA is expected to lift the overall value of its rights by about 10% as it refreshes sales for the next cycle.
  • Amazon Prime, DAZN, YouTube and Apple TV are also cited as potential bidders as UEFA explores flexible, streamer-friendly packages.
  • Netflix’s interest follows recent live sports moves including boxing events featuring Jake Paul and Canelo Álvarez and its WWE partnership.