The Ligue de Football Professionnel is once again embroiled in a battle for the broadcasting of Ligue 1, as there is considerable tension surrounding DAZN. According to RMC Sport, the platform has made it known that it is considering breaking its contract early. And it may not pay the full amount due on April 30.
“While Ligue 1 clubs are still due to receive 140 million euros in domestic TV rights in two instalments between now and the end of the season, discussions between the Ligue and DAZN, the main broadcaster, are making little progress. The British platform is weary of the situation, and is still threatening not to pay the full amount of its next instalment on April 30, and is even said to be ready to stop broadcasting French soccer at the end of this season.”
RMC Sport is generally well-informed on this subject, unfortunately here. Because the news is terrible, with a great deal of uncertainty still to come for French soccer. As much for the short-term payment as for the aftermath. Who will broadcast French soccer, and for how much?
It’s unfortunate that the suspense is back, with tensions still running high between the leaders of French soccer. And there’s no sense of dialogue leading to progress. So it’s hard to be confident. Let’s hope for real progress in the coming months. It’s time to rediscover serenity and stability.
