Sports streaming platform DAZN struck a deal to bring DirecTV Latin America's DSPORTS channels to its platform in five countries, expanding its soccer offering as the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off.

Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay

Who

DAZN, DirecTV Latin America, Len Blavatnik

What

When

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:08:06 GMT · 1h 59m ago

Where

Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay ·

Why

The deal aims to expand DAZN's presence in Latin America and provide subscribers with access to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and other sports content.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This partnership signifies a significant expansion for DAZN in the Latin American sports streaming market, offering millions of potential viewers access to major soccer tournaments like the World Cup and other sports, potentially reshaping regional content consumption habits.

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The Straits Times
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/football/dazn-directv-latin-america-strike-sports-channel-deal-ahead-of-world-cup
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