Netflix secures Spain, Andorra 2030 World Cup rights

Netflix confirmed on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, exclusive rights to all 104 matches of the 2030 men's FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra. The 48-team event is hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, with centenary matches also in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay. One match per matchday will be free in Spain, and a national free-to-air broadcaster will carry every Spain match, both semifinals and the final. Terms were not disclosed; RTVE reportedly paid 55 million euros for Spanish 2026 rights. No major factual disputes found across coverage. Left-rated outlets cast the deal as Netflix extending a live-sports push after NFL, WWE and boxing. Right-rated coverage is sparse: The Sun alone calls it a groundbreaking agreement. Austin Karp posted that the free daily match and free-to-air package of Spain games, semis and final could blueprint other markets. Bela Bajaria told CNBC last month: "We have a great partnership and relationship with FIFA, so we're definitely always going to have those conversations." Netflix already holds U.S. and Canada rights to the 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cups. FIFA has not sold U.S. rights for 2030 and 2034; Fox, NBC, Disney, YouTube, Prime Video and Apple are reportedly interested. Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in July 2026 to win their second title.