Netflix Takes the Lead in Broadcasting FIFA Women’s World Cup
in an exciting advancement for sports fans, Netflix has secured the official broadcasting rights for the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Canada for both 2027 and 2031. This is a notable milestone as it marks the first time that this prestigious tournament will be available exclusively on a streaming platform within Canada. Up until now, these rights have been held by TSN, which is owned by Bell.
A New Era of Streaming Sports
This move aligns with Netflix's growing interest in live sports content. The streaming giant has already acquired broadcasting rights to upcoming Women's World Cups in the United States as well. The 2027 edition of the tournament will be especially special, celebrating its tenth anniversary from June 24 to July 25, hosted by Brazil. A total of 32 teams from various countries will compete across eight different cities during this event.
Looking Ahead: the Future of Women's Football
The excitement doesn’t stop ther! FIFA Congress plans to announce host(s) for the 2031 tournament during its meeting in early 2026. What makes this future event even more thrilling is that it will feature an expanded format with a record-breaking number of teams—48 participating nations!
Netflix Expands Its Sports Portfolio
Recently, Netflix has been ramping up its offerings related to live sports programming. Fans can look forward to events like WWE Raw and high-profile boxing matches such as Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano III and Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson—all part of their strategy to attract more viewers interested in live events.
your Guide to What's New on Netflix canada
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