DAZN, the world’s largest sports streaming platform, has signed a groundbreaking deal with FIFA to exclusively broadcast the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
This landmark agreement ensures that fans across the globe can watch all 63 matches for free, making it the most widely accessible club football tournament in history.
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FIFA and DAZN Join Forces for Global Football Access
In a transformative move, FIFA and DAZN have committed to delivering unparalleled accessibility to football enthusiasts. Commenting on the partnership, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said:
“I am delighted to announce that FIFA, in partnership with DAZN and FIFA+, will bring the best of club football for free to everywhere in the world, meaning that every single football fan across the globe can watch the best players from the 32 best clubs compete in the new FIFA Club World Cup to be the first official ‘FIFA Club World Champions.’“
The deal also opens up opportunities for DAZN to sublicense rights to local free-to-air broadcasters, ensuring that the reach of the tournament extends to every corner of the world.
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025: A Global Football Extravaganza
Set to commence on Sunday, 15 June 2025, at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium, the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 will feature 32 of the world’s top football clubs. Over a span of 29 days, matches will be held across 12 venues in the United States, culminating in the final at MetLife Stadium in New York New Jersey on Sunday, 13 July 2025.
The journey begins earlier, with the group stage draw scheduled for Thursday, 5 December 2024, in Miami. DAZN will broadcast the event live, where the participating clubs will discover their group-stage opponents.
A New Era in Football Broadcasting
The partnership reflects DAZN’s dedication to innovation in sports broadcasting. As the exclusive global broadcaster of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, DAZN combines cutting-edge technology and an unwavering focus on fan engagement. Shay Segev, CEO of DAZN, expressed his excitement:
“This groundbreaking deal with FIFA is a major milestone in DAZN’s journey to be the ultimate entertainment platform of choice for sports fans everywhere. We’re delighted to have the exclusive rights to this new chapter in global club football, marking the start of our long-term relationship with FIFA and cementing our status as the home of football.”
DAZN’s Expanding Role in Global Football
This partnership is not limited to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. DAZN will integrate FIFA+ into its platform, providing access to iconic football moments, full-match replays, and live fixtures. This initiative aligns with FIFA’s mission to grow the global football community by bringing fans closer to the action.
DAZN, already a leader in streaming top football competitions, reaches over 300 million viewers across 200+ markets. The platform offers an immersive experience on devices such as smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, and gaming consoles. By combining interactivity and accessibility, DAZN is revolutionizing the way fans consume sports content.
Uniting Fans Through Football
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 promises to be a spectacle like no other, featuring the world’s best clubs competing for the ultimate prize. Gianni Infantino emphasized the tournament’s significance:
“The new FIFA Club World Cup is a merit-based, inclusive tournament that will be the pinnacle of global club football, capturing the imagination of players and fans across the world. Through this broadcasting agreement, billions of football fans worldwide can now watch what will be the most widely accessible club football tournament ever – and FOR FREE. Football Unites the World.”
The exclusive partnership between FIFA and DAZN represents a turning point in global football broadcasting. By offering free access to a premier club competition, DAZN and FIFA are paving the way for a more inclusive and connected fan experience. With the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 just around the corner, the stage is set for a global celebration of football like never before.
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FAQs
What is the significance of DAZN’s deal with FIFA?
DAZN will exclusively broadcast all 63 matches of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 globally for free, making it the most widely accessible club football tournament ever.
When and where will the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 take place?
The tournament kicks off on 15 June 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, and concludes with the final on 13 July 2025 at MetLife Stadium, New York New Jersey. Matches will be played across 12 venues in the USA.
How can fans watch the tournament?
Fans can stream all matches live on DAZN for free. The platform will also sublicense rights to local free-to-air broadcasters to maximize accessibility.
What additional features will DAZN provide?
DAZN will integrate FIFA+ into its platform, offering iconic football moments, full-match replays, and live fixtures, enhancing the fan experience.
When is the group stage draw, and how can fans watch it?
The group stage draw will be broadcast live on DAZN from Miami on 5 December 2024, allowing fans to see the matchups for the tournament’s 32 participating clubs.
