Netflix clinches Mundo 2030 rights in Spain and Andorra, boosting Espanha

In a bustling press room in Madrid, Netflix announced it had secured the exclusive broadcast rights for the 2030 World Cup – the Mundial – across Spain and Andorra. The streaming giant will air all 104 matches live, with at least one free‑to‑air game per round for the Spanish public. The deal also guarantees free coverage of every Spain match, the two semi‑finals and the final.

Scope of the agreement

The tournament will be co‑hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, and Netflix will be the sole live broadcaster in the two Iberian markets. While the platform has not disclosed any financial terms, it confirmed plans to produce original programmes around the event.

FIFA secretary‑general Mattias Grafström praised the arrangement, saying it will help the greatest number of fans follow the excitement of the Mundial.

Broader streaming strategy

This acquisition follows Netflix’s earlier purchases of the women's World Cups for 2027 and 2031, slated for the United States, Canada and other venues. The company is also expanding its sports catalogue to include the NFL, MLB, WWE, major boxing bouts and mixed‑martial‑arts contests.

Netflix brings every 2030 World Cup match to Spanish screens

In related news, Portuguese broadcaster confirmed it will continue to carry the 2026 World Cup matches on public television, mirroring the free‑to‑air approach promised for 2030.

Portuguese manager José Mourinho has reportedly ruled two players out of Real Madrid’s plans, a comment that sparked a sharp reaction from the club. Atlético Madrid, meanwhile, teased the possible return of former Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde, provoking a lively exchange between the two rivals.

During a recent tribute to Spain’s national team coach, a lighting pole fell, injuring three spectators – an incident that underscored the heightened emotions surrounding the upcoming tournament.

Overall, the Netflix deal marks a significant shift in how Spanish and Andorran fans will experience the 2030 Mundial, blending streaming convenience with traditional free‑to‑air access.