Disney+ will stream the UEFA Women’s Champions League across Europe under a five-year deal.
Coverage of the tournament will begin from October this year, with the deal due to expire in 2030. The announcement was made ahead of the 2024/25 season final between Arsenal and Barcelona at the Estádio José Alvalade, Portugal, on Saturday.
Disney will produce all live matches, with commentary offered in multiple languages, alongside pre- and post-match content.
Karl Holmes, general manager of Disney+ EMEA, said: “The UEFA Women’s Champions League is the very best in football performance, dedication, and passion. Bringing this incredible tournament to Disney+ customers and audiences speaks to our commitment to delivering a huge range of bold and dynamic entertainment.”
The deal marks another major streaming service embracing women’s football. In December, Netflix took the rights to stream the FIFA Women’s World Cup in the U.S.
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