With budget uncertainties at France Télévisions, the French Football Federation struggles to finalize free-to-air broadcasting rights for the Coupe de France, while beIN Sports covers pay TV segments.
French President Emmanuel Macron has intervened to oppose FIFA's plan to privatize World Cup commercial rights, aligning with UEFA and African football leaders to protect football's traditional principles.
Local testimony from Paimpol and OECD data highlight ongoing struggles in securing trustworthy private and climate-related financing for public policies in France and worldwide.