Ligue 1+ Channel Set to Launch with Ambitious Subscriber Goals
Ligue 1+ will launch on August 15, offering extensive match coverage and aiming for high subscriber levels.
Key Points
- • New Ligue 1 channel named 'Ligue 1+' to launch on August 15.
- • Subscription priced at €14.99 per month with a commitment.
- • Plans to broadcast eight out of nine matches each matchday, except for the Saturday evening match shown on BeIN Sports.
- • Targeting 1 million subscribers in the first season and 2.2 to 2.4 million in four years.
The new official channel for Ligue 1 football in France, named "Ligue 1+," is officially set to launch on August 15, coinciding with the start of the new football season. The channel will broadcast eight of the nine matches held each matchday, including the prominent Sunday evening match, while the last match of the day on Saturdays will still be aired by BeIN Sports, continuing the arrangement from the previous season.
Subscribers can access Ligue 1+ for a monthly fee of €14.99, but this requires a commitment. Although the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP) initially indicated the possibility of a special offer for those under 26, this option will not be available at launch due to technical hurdles but is expected to be introduced soon. The service will be accessible through major satellite and cable providers.
LFP has ambitious plans for the channel, aiming for 1 million subscribers by the conclusion of the upcoming season, with projections to expand to between 2.2 and 2.4 million subscribers within four years. A notable team of commentators and analysts has been assembled for the channel, including Marina Lorenzo and Xavier Domergue, known for his work on M6, and former footballer Benoît Cheyrou, who will provide insights as a consultant. The production of Ligue 1+ is entrusted to Mediawan Sport, a subsidiary of the Mediawan group, which is expected to enhance the channel's content quality.
This launch is a significant step for French football broadcasting, marking a new era for how fans will access Ligue 1 matches. With strong production and commentary teams in place, Ligue 1+ is well-positioned to become a key player in the sports broadcasting landscape in France.