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LFP Ligue 1 broadcasting rights tender

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The Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) has officially launched a tender process for Ligue 1 broadcasting rights covering the 2027–2032 period. The tender is scheduled to run from November 3 to December 7, 2026. This move follows a strategic shift to address revenue shortfalls caused by the financial performance of the Ligue 1+ platform. While the platform has reached 14 million people and maintains a 96% subscriber satisfaction rate, it has struggled to provide sufficient distributions to French clubs. LFP President Vincent Labrune noted that while the platform provided a necessary solution during previous broadcasting uncertainties, its revenues have been “significantly lower than the historical levels previously achieved through traditional broadcasting deals.” To increase attractiveness and stimulate bidding interest, the LFP is considering bundling all matches into a single package rather than fragmented lots—a strategy enabled by recent changes in French sports financing legislation. ~~LFP President Vincent~~ Labrune stated that the league is in a position to “choose its future” following the launch of the Ligue 1+ ~~platform.~~ platform, adding that the LFP has already received “concrete interest from various market actors.” The LFP is weighing two primary models: selling rights to a group that produces and broadcasts the matches, or granting exclusive distribution rights to a partner. Potential bidders include major audiovisual groups such as Netflix, Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, RMC Sport, and Canal+.

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