FFF/Coupe de France: "Better financial terms (€36m) for the agreement with beIN (2026-2030)" (P. Diallo)

"Regarding the bidding process for the domestic TV rights to the Crédit Agricole Coupe de France over the 2026-2030 cycle (four seasons), which was initially declared unsuccessful, we have achieved a first positive outcome. The proposal from beIN SPORTS France to extend its agreement for Lot B (63 matches, including 53 exclusive fixtures), with an additional optional season, enables us to secure improved financial terms compared with the previous cycle, totalling €36m. beIN SPORTS is also satisfied, given the very strong audiences it delivers," said Philippe Diallo, president of the Fédération Française de Football, at a press briefing organised following the body's executive committee meeting on 15/01/2026.

"Discussions are still ongoing regarding Lot A, which includes the best 10 fixtures (free-to-air). We hope to conclude its allocation quickly and restore positive revenue momentum for the Coupe de France," he added. These rights are currently held by public broadcaster France Télévisions, which airs five Round of 32 matches (via France 3 Régions), and then one match per round of…