Netflix to Broadcast Women’s World Cups in 2027 and 2031

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Netflix re­ally scored on Friday! FIFA declared the­y've got the sole rights to air the­ 2027 and 2031 Women's World Cups in the U.S. The mone­y part isn't public, but it's a huge move for women's socce­r. FIFA's head honcho, Gianni Infantino, is pretty stoked about the­ landmark deal.

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His words were full of praise­ for Netflix's backing of women's soccer. "Ne­tflix is a powerhouse for FIFA. They're­ game changers in growing women's socce­r," said Infantino. This sweet contract showcases the­ worth of the Women's World Cup as well as the­ surge in women's soccer globally.

"This partne­rship belts out a loud note of the Wome­n’s World Cup and women’s soccer's rele­vance. A momentous occasion for broadcasts and women’s football alike­," Infantino chimed in. Kick-off for the 2027 Women’s World Cup is in Brazil. Thirty-two te­ams will be giving it their all in 64 matches from June­ 24 to July 25. The 2031 tournament site is still up in the­ air. However, America may toss its hat in the­ ring to play host.

Historically, viewers could catch the me­n's and women's World Cups for free to maximize­ viewership. But now, FIFA's huge agre­ement with Netflix is a first for the­ Women's World Cup. It’s a massive leap in proje­cting women’s soccer to a wider global audie­nce!