Colombia's eight top football clubs demand TV‑rights overhaul

On 22 July, the eight biggest clubs in Colombian professional football signed a two‑page letter urging a complete redesign of the television‑rights distribution for the 2027‑2030 cycle. The clubs argue that the current equal‑share model unfairly rewards low‑performing teams—citing second‑division Deportes Quindío receiving the same payout as multi‑title contender Atlético Nacional—and calls for a technical, participatory system that weights commercial reach and sporting success.

Dimayor has scheduled an extraordinary assembly for 29 July to consider the clubs’ demands. The outcome could reshape the financial structure of Colombian football, moving it closer to models used in major European leagues. Observers note a parallel with the 1992 English breakaway, where clubs sought higher TV revenues through a separate agreement.

The letter, posted simultaneously on the clubs’ social‑media channels, signals a coordinated push for reform and puts pressure on Dimayor to address the disparity before a new broadcasting contract is signed.