FIFA has signed a broadcast deal with India's Zee Entertainment for the World Cup, ending a months-long rights stalemate in one of the last major unsold markets. The package covers 39 FIFA tournaments over eight years through 2034, including the 2027 Women's World Cup. The deal was announced just 10 days before the 2026 World Cup begins across North America.

Jun 2, 2026

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Zee Entertainment in Talks with FIFA to Broadcast 2026 World Cup in India

Zee Entertainment has entered negotiations with FIFA to secure broadcast rights for the 2026 World Cup in India, with the tournament set to begin on June 11. The talks come after the Reliance-Disney joint venture failed to reach a deal with FIFA over pricing. The development highlights India's growing importance as a football market, having ranked among the top 10 global TV viewership for the 2022 World Cup.

May 26, 2026