Warner Bros. Discovery’s Eurosport India has acquired exclusive broadcast rights for MLS Sunday Night Soccer, featuring Major League Soccer’s prime-time fixtures during the 2025 season. The deal brings marquee matches, including clashes like El Tráfico (LA Galaxy vs. LAFC) and Hudson River Derby (New York Red Bulls vs. NYCFC), to Indian audiences every Sunday.
Key Highlights
- Global Stars: Matches will showcase Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets, and other icons from Inter Miami CF, alongside rising talents.
- Historic Context: Follows LA Galaxy’s record sixth MLS Cup win in 2024 and Inter Miami’s first Supporters’ Shield.
- Format: Sunday Night Soccer is MLS’s new prime-time initiative, highlighting the most high-stakes match weekly.
Broadcast Details
- Telecast: Live on Eurosport and Eurosport HD in India.
- Streaming: Available via Apple TV’s MLS Season Pass (global platform; India access likely region-restricted).
- Schedule: Includes Cascadia Cup rivalries (Seattle Sounders, Portland Timbers, Vancouver Whitecaps) and other headline fixtures.
The partnership strengthens Eurosport India’s position as a hub for global football content, complementing its coverage of cycling (e.g., Giro d’Italia) and niche cricket leagues (e.g., Bihar Cricket League). For MLS, it expands reach in a cricket-dominated market, leveraging Messi’s global appeal.