Zee Entertainment Secures Indian Broadcast Rights for FIFA Events Through 2034
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Zee Entertainment Enterprises has secured the Indian broadcast and streaming rights for 39 FIFA soccer events from 2026 to 2034, including the men's World Cups in 2026 and 2030 and the Women's World Cup in 2027. Coverage will begin on June 11 with the FIFA World Cup 2026 opener across Zee's new sports channels and its ZEE5 streaming platform. This marks the first partnership between Zee and FIFA.
Facts First
- Zee Entertainment secured Indian rights to 39 FIFA events from 2026 to 2034.
- The deal includes the 2026 and 2030 men's World Cups and the 2027 Women's World Cup.
- Broadcast will be on four new Zee sports channels and streaming on ZEE5.
- Coverage begins June 11 with the FIFA World Cup 2026 opener.
- This is the first partnership between Zee and FIFA.
What Happened
Zee Entertainment Enterprises (Zee) secured the Indian broadcast and streaming rights to 39 FIFA soccer events spanning from 2026 to 2034. The rights include the FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA World Cup 2030, and FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027, along with a portfolio of age-group and futsal tournaments for both men and women. Coverage is scheduled to begin on June 11 with the FIFA World Cup 2026 opener. Broadcasting will occur across four newly launched linear sports channels and streaming rights are held by Zee’s platform, ZEE5.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a soccer fan in India, you will have a new primary home for watching major FIFA tournaments, including the next two men's World Cups, on television and via streaming. This deal may increase your viewing options, as Zee is launching dedicated sports channels for this content. The agreement also ensures that a wide range of FIFA events, including youth and futsal tournaments, will be available to watch.
What's Next
Coverage of the FIFA events is set to begin on June 11 with the FIFA World Cup 2026 opener. Zee's new Unite8 Sports channels will now feature a significant football portfolio. The long-term nature of the deal, running through 2034, suggests Zee could become a major player in the Indian sports broadcasting landscape for the next decade.