From the 2025/26 season onwards, Bundesliga broadcast rights will change, which will particularly affect Sky customers. Sky will lose the rights to the popular Bundesliga conference to streaming service DAZN on Saturday afternoon. In this blog you will find out about the upcoming changes and how you can follow the Bundesliga in the future.
A new player on the market
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Attention football fans: The streaming service DAZN has acquired the rights to the Bundesliga conference from the 2025/26 season, replacing Sky, which has been broadcasting this for decades . This represents a huge success for DAZN and a big change for fans who have come to rely on the conference as an integral part of their football weekend.
In addition to the new Bundesliga conference, DAZN will continue to broadcast the matches on Sunday. For many soccer fans, DAZN remains an integral part of their weekend schedule. Official confirmation from the German Football League (DFL) is still to come, but it should follow soon.
What’s left with Sky?
Despite losing conference rights, Sky is still a powerhouse in German football. They have acquired a comprehensive rights package and continue to offer 196 games per season. The package includes all individual games on Saturday afternoons as well as the relegation games.
The top game on Saturday night will still be on Sky, with the added option of showing FC Bayern Munich or Borussia Dortmund up to ten times per season. Also of interest to fans is the acquisition of the rights to Friday’s game, which DAZN previously aired.
The free– TV Dilemma
Another topic that worries many fans is the future of the popular ‘sports show’. The DFL intends to… free-TV package to be offered in two versions: a classic version that could keep the existing format, and a compact version that would only show scenes from 7:15 pm. This could be a problem for ARD because it could hit the ‘Tagesschau’.
These uncertainties about the broadcast times of the main events make that clear free– The TV area could change a lot. Fans should wait for the DFL’s announcement for more information.
What subscriptions are now required
If you don’t want to miss a minute of football, you’ll need subscriptions to Sky and DAZN in the future. While Sky continues to offer the complete game matches, DAZN attracts with the new Saturday conference and its experimental Sunday matches. One might think that this increases costs for fans, but at the same time it opens up new opportunities and flexibility in the selection of broadcasts.
Viewers must consider the offer that best suits their viewing habits. Even if the second Bundesliga is still completely on pay TV on Sky, both providers offer a wide range that has something for everyone.
Decision for Bundesliga fans
The upcoming changes will be of great interest to fans who have relied on the standard narrative for many years. The shift in rights reflects the change in the media landscape to a greater extent Streaming services and flexible offers. This development presents opportunities and challenges at the same time.
It remains to be seen how viewership numbers will improve and whether the new offerings can do justice to the established formats. What remains certain, however, is that there will be no surprises in the coming season.
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## Bundesliga Shake-up: DAZN Scores Big, Sky Fans Left Wondering
**World Today News,** Berlin – The German football landscape is about to change dramatically as streaming giant DAZN secures exclusive rights to the popular Bundesliga conference, starting in the 2025/26 season. This move ends decades of Sky dominance and marks a new era for how fans access their favourite league.
**World Today News** spoke with renowned sports media analyst Dr. Alexander Schmidt to decipher what this shift means for viewers, broadcasters, and the future of Bundesliga consumption.
**World Today News:** Dr. Schmidt, DAZN acquiring the Bundesliga conference is a game changer. What are your initial thoughts on this development?
**Dr. Schmidt:** Absolutely. This is a meaningful shift in the German sports broadcasting landscape.DAZN’s aggressive move underscores the growing power of streaming platforms and their willingness to invest heavily in premium content like the Bundesliga.
**World Today News:** Sky has been synonymous with the Bundesliga conference for years. How will this affect their viewership?
**Dr. Schmidt:** Sky will undoubtedly lose a considerable portion of it’s football-tune-in audience. The conference was a core element of their sports offering, and many fans will likely switch to DAZN for their Bundesliga fix.Sky will need to strategically diversify its content and explore other lucrative niches to compensate for this loss.
**World Today News:** What does this mean for viewers in terms of accessibility and cost?
**Dr. Schmidt:** DAZN is known for its subscription-based model, which could result in increased costs for viewers who previously enjoyed the Bundesliga conference through Sky. Though, DAZN also offers flexibility and accessibility through various streaming devices, potentially attracting a younger, digitally savvy audience. it ultimately comes down to individual preferences and budget.
**World today News:** do you see this as a trend that will continue, with more sports leagues moving towards streaming platforms?
**Dr. Schmidt:** Undoubtedly. The shift towards streaming is already well underway globally. Conventional broadcasters are facing increasing competition, and streaming platforms are actively pursuing lucrative sports rights. I expect to see more leagues exploring partnerships with streaming services in the coming years.
**World Today News:** what advice would you give to football fans navigating this new landscape?
**Dr. Schmidt:** Stay informed. Compare the various packages offered by both Sky and DAZN,consider your viewing habits,and choose the option that best suits your needs and budget. This is a dynamic market, and staying ahead of the curve will ensure you don’t miss a single goal.
**world Today News:** Thank you for your insights,dr. Schmidt.
This shift in broadcasting rights promises to be a defining moment for Bundesliga fans and the future of sports consumption in Germany. Only time will tell how viewers will adapt to this new reality.
