Mumbai: Eurosport, a prominent name in sports entertainment, has acquired the television broadcasting rights for FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023 across the Indian subcontinent, encompassing India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. The tournament with seven teams is set to commence on 12 December 2023, at the King Abdullah Sport City, with subsequent matches scheduled at Prince Abdullah AlFaisal Stadium in Saudi Arabia until its culmination on 22 December 2023.
FIFA Club World Cup is FIFA’s highest-level club tournament, which brings together continental champions from across the globe. This includes UEFA Champions League winner Manchester City and Fluminese FC from Brazil.
The rights for the FIFA Club World Cup Saudi Arabia 2023 were obtained through a strategic partnership with 1Stadia, the innovative sports media company facilitating the distribution of premier sporting events.
Eurosport India head Ruchir Jain, said, "We are absolutely thrilled to announce our association with 1stadia to broadcast of the FIFA Club World Cup on Eurosport. This event holds a paramount place in the annual club football calendar, marking the crowning of the world champion. Renowned teams such as Manchester City, Al-Ittihad, and others, featuring star players like Erling Haaland and Karim Benzema, will grace the grand stage. It's an unmissable event. Our commitment has always been to provide top-notch sports content to our audience, and with this initiative, we're taking a significant stride in bringing the very best of global football to our viewers in India."
1Stadia CEO Sangeet Shirodkar, said, “We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Eurosport for the live broadcasting of the FIFA Club World Cup 2023. This partnership not only reinforces our commitment to delivering premium sports content but also marks a significant milestone in providing football enthusiasts worldwide with unparalleled access to this prestigious tournament. By joining forces with Eurosport and integrating FanCode into the equation, we are ensuring a cutting-edge, immersive, and accessible viewing experience for fans. Together, we look forward to setting new standards in sports broadcasting and bringing the excitement of the FIFA Club World Cup 2023 to a global audience like never before.”
The FIFA Club World Cup 2023 promises to be a riveting spectacle, with captivating matchups and unexpected twists. The clash between Saudi Pro League champions Al Ittihad, led by the phenomenal 2022 Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema, and Auckland City of New Zealand in the first round sets the stage for an intense competition.
The unique format of the tournament, pitting the host country's team against the OFC Champions League holders, adds an extra layer of excitement. The winner of this encounter faces CAF Champions League winner Al Ahly of Egypt in the second round, and Mexico’s Club Leon will take on AFC Champions League winners Urawa Reds of Japan. South America’s Fluminese and Europe’s Manchester City teams will join the competition from the semi-finals, competing against winners of the second round of matches.
The tournament winners earn the right to call themselves the best club in the world.
