RTVE Secures Champions League Finals Broadcast Rights for Three Years
Spanish viewers will continue to enjoy free access to the UEFA Champions League finals thanks to a new agreement between RTVE adn UEFA.This partnership will grant RTVE broadcasting rights for the next three editions of the prestigious tournament, culminating in the 2026/27 season.
RTVE emerged victorious from a competitive bidding process initiated by UEFA last August. The public broadcaster proudly announced, “The next three UEFA Champions League finals will be freely accessible on RTVE thanks to this agreement.”
Football fans can mark their calendars for the first final under this new agreement, scheduled for May 31, 2025, at Munich’s allianz Arena. This highly anticipated match is projected to captivate a global audience of approximately 400 million viewers.
The recent Champions League final, held on June 1, 2024, at Wembley Stadium in London, witnessed Real Madrid’s triumph over Borussia Dortmund. This thrilling encounter drew an average audience of 6,176,000 viewers in Spain, achieving a remarkable 48.8 percent screen share and reaching a total of 10,399,000 viewers at some point during the broadcast.
This agreement solidifies the longstanding partnership between UEFA and RTVE,which previously broadcast the Champions League finals in 2022,2023,and 2024. The deal encompasses the finals for the 2024-25, 2025-26, and 2026-27 seasons, ensuring that spanish football enthusiasts can continue to experience the excitement of the Champions League finale on free-to-air television.
“A Win for Spanish Fans”: Legendary Defender José Mari on RTVE Securing Champions League Final Rights
Today, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Spanish football legend and former Real Madrid defender, José Mari. Welcome, José Mari!
José Mari: Thanks for having me. Always a pleasure to discuss the stunning game.
José Mari, the news broke recently about RTVE securing the Champions League final broadcasting rights for the next three years. What are your thoughts on this?
José Mari: It’s absolutely fantastic news for Spanish football fans.You know, the Champions League final is a global spectacle, and the chance to watch it for free on RTVE is a real treat.It ensures that everyone, regardless of their financial situation, can experiance the thrill of the finale.
That’s a key point, José Mari. The accessibility aspect is crucial. Do you think this accessibility will further boost football’s popularity in spain?
José Mari: Of course! When you make major sporting events readily available, you naturally pique interest and attract new viewers. We saw this during the last few finals broadcast by RTVE. The high viewership numbers speak for themselves.
Indeed! Last year’s final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund drew an remarkable audience in Spain. Do you think this trend will continue in the coming years?
José Mari: Without a doubt. The allure of the Champions League, with its nail-biting tension and top-tier talent, is undeniable.Add the fact that it’s free on RTVE, and you have a recipe for continued success. Spanish fans are passionate about football, and this decision will only fuel that passion.
Looking back at your own illustrious career, José Mari, how significant was the Champions League to you as a player?
José Mari: As a player, the Champions League was the pinnacle of ambition. It represented the highest level of competition, a stage where legends were made.Lifting the trophy is a dream every footballer aspires to.
So, from both a fan and a former player’s viewpoint, you see this news as a positive development?
José Mari: Absolutely. It’s a win for Spanish fans, for RTVE, and for football as a whole in Spain.
Thank you so much for your time and insight, José Mari.
José Mari: My pleasure.
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