The FIFA Women’s World Cup is moving to Netflix.
Netflix secured the rights to broadcast the Women’s World Cup in the United States during the 2027 and 2031 tournaments, the streaming service announced Friday.
“Studio shows and top-tier talent will supplement coverage with commentary and entertainment,” Netflix said in a statement. “And in the lead-up to the tournament, Netflix will produce exclusive documentary programming spotlighting the top players, their journeys, and the explosion of the sport around the globe.
“Nowhere was that more on display than in 2023, when Spain bested England by a score of 1-0 to win its first title.”
The 2027 Women’s World Cup will be the first time the tournament has been broadcasted on a streaming service. The value of the deal wasn’t disclosed.
“This is a landmark moment for sports media rights,” FIFA president Gianni Infantino said. “As a marquee brand and FIFA’s new long-term partner, Netflix has shown a very strong level of commitment to growing women’s football.
“This agreement sends a strong message about the real value of the FIFA Women’s World Cup and the global women’s game. FIFA and Netflix partnering together makes this a truly historic day for broadcasting and for women’s football.”
Brazil will host the 2027 Women’s World Cup, which will feature 32 teams and 63 games, while the host for the 2031 tournament has yet to be decided. The United States and Mexico are expected to make a joint bid for hosting the 2031 Women’s World Cup.
The United States has won the tournament a record four times but lost in the round of 16 in the last edition in 2023. Spain won last year after beating England.