Piracy/beIN: first court authorisation for automated real-time blocking for the Bundesliga

News Tank Football - Paris - News #457691 - Published on 20/10/26 at 11:00
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The Paris Judicial Court issued a decision on 16 October authorising beIN SPORTS France to use the automated real-time blocking system for pirate services provided for by Article L.333-10 III bis of the Sports Code, the pay-TV group announced on 19 October 2026.

This is the first application of the system in France, according to beIN. The new mechanism stems from the law of 3 August 2026 on the organisation, management and financing of professional sport. The law’s other anti-piracy provisions include the creation of a specific offence, voluntary agreements with third parties, and the possibility for foreign rights holders to protect their rights in France.

"This decision will allow beIN SPORTS to protect more effectively its exclusive broadcasting rights to the German football…

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Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena, on Friday 28 August 2026 - ©  FC Bayern Munich

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