Canal+ wins exclusive UEFA club rights in Sub-Saharan Africa

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France-based Canal+ has acquired exclusive broadcasting rights for all UEFA men's club competitions in more than 40 Sub-Saharan African countries, the company said. The agreement covers the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League and gives Canal+ the right to air the top matches in the region from mid-2027 through 2031. The deal consolidates distribution of high-profile European club football across a large African market and could reshape pay-TV offerings, subscriber strategies and revenue streams for Canal+ and regional partners as the contract takes effect in 2027.

Canal+ has exclusive UEFA club rights in over 40 countries from 2027.

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