Telemundo secures UEFA Spanish-language rights in US from 2027
UC3 has awarded Telemundo the exclusive Spanish-language US media rights to UEFA’s men’s club competitions for the 2027–30 cycle, strengthening NBCUniversal’s football portfolio in a key growth market.
The three-year agreement covers the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League, UEFA Super Cup and UEFA Youth League. Financial terms were not disclosed.UEFA president and UC3 board chair Aleksander Čeferin said: “UEFA club competitions represent the very highest level of club football, and their popularity continues to grow globally. This agreement with Telemundo reflects both the strength of our competitions and the passion of Spanish-speaking fans in the United States.“We look forward to working together to deliver unforgettable moments and bring the drama, excitement and excellence of European football to millions of viewers over the next cycle.”The deal follows a competitive tender process run by UC3 and its agency, Relevent Football Partners.Telemundo will become the exclusive Spanish-language destination in the US for UEFA’s leading men’s club competitions from the start of the 2027/28 season until 2030.The package gives Telemundo year-round access to premium European club football and provides UC3 with a broadcast partner that has an established relationship with Spanish-speaking audiences.NBCUniversal News Group chair Cesar Conde said: “The UEFA Champions League is the pinnacle of club soccer tournaments, bringing together many of the world’s greatest teams and players in one of the most prestigious competitions in sports.“We are delighted to partner with UC3 to bring the excitement, passion and drama of the UEFA men’s club competitions to Spanish-speaking fans across the United States. Telemundo’s commitment to excellence and its deep connection with soccer audiences make it an outstanding home for the UEFA Champions League.”The agreement adds to Telemundo’s wider football rights strategy in the US, where Spanish-language coverage remains an important part of the commercial market for major international competitions.UC3 is the joint venture between UEFA and European Football Clubs, which represents more than 800 clubs across the continent.The company is responsible for the management, sale and delivery of media, sponsorship and licensing rights across UEFA’s elite men’s and women’s club competitions.