Global sports streaming service, DAZN, has successfully obtained Spanish-language rights for the UEFA Champions League club competition in the United States. This acquisition was made possible through a sublicensing agreement with media giant TelevisaUnivision.
Under this new deal, DAZN will exclusively stream 38 Champions League games. Additionally, it will share rights to two quarter-final matches, both semi-finals, and the final with TelevisaUnivision's Spanish-language TV channel.
This agreement is set to run through the term of TelevisaUnivision’s current contract – a three-year deal that expires after the 2026-27 season.
Impact on Vix+ service
Previously, TelevisaUnivision aired select Champions League matches on its three linear channels: Univision, UniMas and TUDN. Other matches were streamed on its Vix+ service. However, under this sublicense deal with DAZN, Vix+ will now carry fewer exclusive Champions League matches.
TelevisaUnivision has held Spanish-language rights to the Champions League in the US since 2018 while English-language rights are held by Paramount Global until the end of 2029-2030 campaign.
The initial qualifying rounds for UEFA's elite club competition are scheduled to commence in early July for the 2025-26 season.
Second collaboration between DAZN and TelevisaUnivison
This sublicensing agreement marks another collaboration between DAZN and TelevisaUnvision following their recent partnership over FIFA Club World Cup matches. Under that arrangement:
Eighteen matches of the tournament, which is currently underway in America, are being showcased across Univision's channels - including Univision itself, UniMás and TUDN. In addition to this, both companies are working together to produce co-branded studio shows. They are also joining forces on promotional and marketing strategies surrounding the Club World Cup. This collaboration signifies a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing viewer experience and promoting the prestigious tournament.
DAZN had previously acquired exclusive global rights to the FIFA Club World Cup in December, a deal reportedly worth around $1 billion. This new sublicensing agreement between DAZN and TelevisaUnivision is set to bring more Champions League action to Spanish-speaking soccer fans in the US. It's an exciting development for sports fans and sports betting enthusiasts alike, promising a richer viewing experience of one of football's most prestigious tournaments.
