Sky Sports Wins Exclusive Rights to UEFA Europa and Conference League Bringing Football to Your Screens Every Night
Sky Sports has secured exclusive broadcasting rights for both the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Conference League in the UK. This significant four-year partnership with UEFA will commence in the 2027/28 season, offering viewers access to every match from both competitions.
Comprehensive Coverage of European Football
The deal grants Sky Sports an impressive lineup of 342 European matches each season. This arrangement promises to deliver live football to fans almost every day of the week during the European football season.
Recent Success of English Clubs
English teams have been particularly successful in these competitions, winning three titles in the last three years. The matches have even drawn record audiences, including last season’s most-watched European fixture between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur.
Statement from Sky Sports Leadership
Jonathan Licht, Chief Sports Officer at Sky, expressed pride in bringing these prestigious tournaments back to fans. He remarked on the exciting narratives these competitions have produced, noting the consistent strong performance of English clubs.
Expanding Football Offerings
- Over 215 matches from the Premier League
- More than 1,000 matches from the EFL
- Up to 60 games from the SPFL
- 118 fixtures from the Women’s Super League
- Coverage from Bundesliga
With the addition of the UEFA tournaments, Sky Sports continues to be the premier destination for football fans in the UK and Ireland. Viewers can enjoy both domestic and European football daily during the season.
Growth in Football Viewing
Sky Sports is experiencing notable growth in viewer engagement. Premier League viewing hours have risen by 20%, while the Women’s Super League has seen an increase of 22%. Audience figures among women have also hit record highs, up 14% year-on-year.
Record Audience Engagement
The year has marked several record-breaking viewing moments. Highlights include Sky Sports’ most-watched weekend on September 27–28 and the most-viewed Sunday on April 13. High viewership was also recorded for major sporting events like the Ryder Cup, The Open Championship, and multiple Formula 1 races.
Access for All Viewers
For non-Sky subscribers, access to Sky Sports is made easy through the streaming service NOW, available through contract-free options such as Sports Day or Month Memberships.
Broader European Partnerships
In Italy, Sky has enhanced its partnership with UEFA, acquiring exclusive rights to 185 of the 203 UEFA Champions League matches, along with all 342 matches from the UEFA Europa League and Conference League.
