Netflix, Disney, YouTube Bid For FIFA World Cup U.S. Rights In Deal Approaching $2 Billion
Netflix, Disney, and YouTube are bidding for the United States broadcast rights to the FIFA World Cup, according to a report from CNBC. The licensing package for the tournament is valued at a potential $2 billion.
The media platforms are competing for the territory, which remains one of the most lucrative markets for sports broadcasting. Additional details regarding the bidding timeline and other interested parties have not been disclosed.
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@firstsquawkFIFA World Cup U.S. Rights Draw Interest From Netflix, Disney and YouTube as Package Could Near $2 Billion - CNBC
@financialjuiceNetflix, Disney and YouTube show interest in FIFA World Cup US rights: package may hit $2 billion - CNBC
@deitaoneNETFLIX, DISNEY AND YOUTUBE INTERESTED IN FIFA WORLD CUP U.S. RIGHTS, PACKAGE COULD REACH $2 BILLION
@cnbcNetflix, Disney and YouTube interested in FIFA World Cup U.S. rights, package could reach $2 billion