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Oct 2024
51m 35s

Netflix-ifying the NFL, Saudi investment...

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About this episode

It's been a busy few weeks with breaking stories from NFL Media being put up for sale, DAZN’s legal battle in Germany and the Fifa Club World Cup still being without a broadcaster. There’s lot to discuss on this episode of StreamTime Sports, so co-hosts Nick Meacham and Chris Stone break down what you need to know about the latest stories.

Key points:

  • Why would the NFL want to sell NFL Media?
  • Is Saudi’s PIF Fund the perfect match for DAZN?
  • What is happening in the Bundesliga between Sky Sports and DAZN?
  • Is Netflix-ifying the NFL the correct approach?
  • How impactful is Netflix’s sponsorship approach with the upcoming Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight?
  • Are Fifa being unreasonable with their expectations on selling the Club World Cup?
  • Can Dyn Media be a long term challenger for sports rights in Germany?
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