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FIFA pushing Fifa Plus - to what end? "FIFA is seeking an investment of up to $2 billion for the expansion of its streaming service, Fifa+....Launched in April 2022, Fifa+ streams 40,000 live games a year, with at least a quarter coming from women’s matches. Fifa+ is accessible in several European markets, including the UK, Spain, France, Germany, and Italy. Viewers can enjoy full match replays, highlights, and curated collections." While I can certainly see the value of a FIFA+ FAST channel and #streamingplatform, capturing timeless classic games for playback, compiling interviews on an on-demand basis. Given the way World Cup games are licensed around the world, it seems that there's a ceiling on FIFA's growth. So, why do they want so much investment? One area I think could be exploited would be for FIFA to become the platform for tournaments outside their regions. So, for example the Copa America could be on FIFA+ or an off-shoot channel for European audiences. Many of the Copa America games are difficult to watch in the UK at least. Yet, when you think about it more in depth, that seems complicated. FIFA+ would have to develop multiple feeds, or at least audio feeds, and then they're facing the same situation as everyone else in the #mediaindustry - navigating rights! In Spain, where there's greater interest in the Copa America, there may be greater coverage, and therefore not possible to do a European feed as a certain channel may have bought the rights already. In any case, while the Copa America may not get as much traction in most of Europe, the African Cup of Nations is already broadcast in the UK, and probably around Europe, probably because of the timing of the games. It's already gaining a lot more traction, so UK broadcasters and any other European broadcasters that carry the games would be unhappy with FIFA broadcasting the same game on their platform. The only other option I see would be that FIFA is potentially readying for a change in the way #sports #broadcasting happens, and considering bringing the coverage onto their own platform. So, instead of people tuning in to their local broadcasters to watch the game, everyone would go to FIFA+. That doesn't make sense either. Local context is everything, especially when someone's home team is playing. It would be very hard for FIFA to manage multiple feeds to be able to split to 190+ feeds for local analysis before the game, half time and after. Also, the issues of delivery, if FIFA+ went down for whatever reason, its bad enough when it happens to one country, but the whole world?! I thought FIFA+ was a great idea, it still is, but I think it has a very hard ceiling. I can't really guess what innovation they are planning on to request so much money. What could be game changing enough about the streaming service to warrant such investment? #streaming #streamingmedia #streamingplatforms #livesports #sportstv #television #tvindustry #ottplatforms

Apple is set to close a worldwide TV rights deal with FIFA for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup for US$ 1 billion. If this deal is confirmed, it will be the first time FIFA agrees to a single worldwide contract and this new format with 32 clubs will only be available on Apple TV+. It's a great way for Apple TV+ to boost its sports and football portfolio which already has global streaming rights for MLS since 2022. With all the lessons learned from broadcasting 2 MLS seasons, Apple will have the opportunity to reach and delight a huge percentage of the football fans in the world during this revamped competition that will determine the 2025 Club World Champion. Is it a good idea for FIFA to close this deal? Will Apple TV+ be able to deliver a good experience for fans worldwide and retain a large number of new subscribers? Will the fans appreciate only having Apple TV+ as an option to watch the games?

D2C sports is long game for leagues, but clubs grow impatient Since the dust has settled on dreams of Europe’s first top tier soccer league going direct-to-consumer (D2C), after French soccer governing body LFP - Ligue de Football Professionnel accepted a disastrously discounted deal for Ligue 1 matches, other streaming sand dunes have been disturbed. In the run up to IBC 2024, D2C streaming projects will again be a key battleground for streaming technology slingers. #D2C #streaming #sportsstreaming

Watch Fury vs Usyk on DAZN.com: The Rise of a Global Sports Broadcasting Leader DAZN operates under the Exact #Brand Match (EBM) #domain DAZN.com, a testament to its global reach and digital strategy. https://lnkd.in/d5xU4U_7 DAZN #Fury #Usyk

⚽ FIFA's Big Play: TV Deal with Apple 🍏 FIFA, the global soccer juggernaut, is on the brink of scoring a game-changing deal with Apple for the TV rights of an exciting new tournament debuting in the US next year 🌎📺 Rumored to be announced soon, this partnership signals a bold move for both giants. 🚀 However, negotiations have seen the deal's value trimmed, highlighting the complexities of modern sports broadcasting 💼💡 If sealed, it would mark a monumental shift in FIFA's strategy, opening new avenues for global exposure. 🌟 For Apple, it's another power move into the world of sports streaming following recent successes 📈⚡ Streaming services like Peacock and Amazon Prime are already making waves in the industry, reflecting the changing landscape of sports media. 🌊 And with this deal, FIFA aims to leverage the digital age to elevate the tournament to new heights 🚀💫 Stay tuned as FIFA and Apple rewrite the rules of sports broadcasting 🎥🔥 📸: Chris Brunskill / Fantasista / GettyImages #FIFA #Apple #SportsStreaming #GameChanger #Soccer #NewTournament #MediaRevolution

It certainly is the summer of sports! With the Euros, Wimbledon, and now the Olympics, both the industry and viewers are turning their attention to sports broadcasting more than ever. Read neuco's Content and Media insights to learn the latest news relating to sports broadcasting and the upcoming IBC show! #neuco #sports #olympics

⚽ Live sports ignites #streaming growth in the US and Europe: One in five new streaming subscribers are motivated to sign up to see the sports they love. And they like variety. In the US, for example, American football has the biggest influence on the decision to subscribe, but the same household might also watch soccer, tennis, basketball, and even rugby. But providing a great viewing experience and delivering value are also factors that help secure long-term loyalty. Get in touch with our experts Andrew Skerratt and Isaac Redhead for more data into the #VoD market, the changing Pay TV dynamic, and the challenge of engaging #sports fans. Read the report here 👇 https://lnkd.in/dT6gvTb3

💡 #IndustryInsights: Apple is on the brink of a significant sports broadcasting milestone with a potential $1 billion deal with FIFA for exclusive global rights to the FIFA Club World Cup. This would mark the first instance in FIFA's history where one media outlet will possess all global broadcasting rights. Discover the full implications of this potential partnership and what it means for the future of sports broadcasting: https://hubs.li/Q02xmq2D0

cinfo Company launches the Galician Sports television cinfo Company together the Real Federación Gallega de Fútbol have announced the signing of an agreement to launch the Galician sports television.   The Galician sports television is an internet television platform that will allow all sports fans to watch their favorite local teams. This platform will be available on mobile apps, Smart TVs, Android TV and web browsers. The web version will also have the multicamera feature and tactical view for coaches   The broadcasting of the games uses cinfo Company’s #artificialintelligence system for #production on the #cloud, tiivii , which will make it possible to #stream every game, while minimizing costs but without compromising quality; as all events will have the option to include live commentary, replays, a scoreboard and all features necessary for an attractive production   The agreement will cover during the first phase: 51 football fields and 53 indoor venues; and 123 football and futsal clubs, broadcasting more than 1,250 games per year, both men’s and women’s and new federations will join the project to reach more than 3.000 matches broadcasted per year   For more information, contact us at marketing@cinfo.es #5g #inteligenciartificial #ott #ottplatforms #automaticproduction #SportsProduction #Autotv #Autoproduction #AiTVproduction #tiivii #softwaredevelopment #camarasinteligentes #cameras #musicproduction #artificialintelligence #video #videosurveillance

⚽ Live sports ignites #streaming growth in the US and Europe: One in five new streaming subscribers are motivated to sign up to see the sports they love. And they like variety. In the US, for example, American football has the biggest influence on the decision to subscribe, but the same household might also watch soccer, tennis, basketball, and even rugby. But providing a great viewing experience and delivering value are also factors that help secure long-term loyalty. Get in touch with our experts Andrew Skerratt and Isaac Redhead for more data into the #VoD market, the changing Pay TV dynamic, and the challenge of engaging #sports fans. Read the report here 👇 https://lnkd.in/er4p435e