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Broadcast Rights
Competitions available on RTL+
2024-2027
RTL has retained UEFA Europa League rights in Germany from 2024-25 to 2026-27. The commercial network first acquired Europa League rights in 2018 and continues to broadcast matches on a free-to-air basis. Fans can watch matches on RTL’s free-to-air linear channels, Nitro and RTL, or stream games using RTL’s streaming service, RTL+.
▶ More details: How to watch UEFA Europa League in Germany
2022-2028
UEFA Nations League matches featuring the German national football team are shown live on RTL Deutschland after a deal was struck between UEFA and the free-to-air provider until 2028.
In addition to every live Germany match, RTL Deutschland is also the home of the Nations League finals, with all matches from the quarter-finals onwards shown on the channel.
▶ More details: How to watch UEFA Nations League in Germany
2024-2027
UEFA Conference League fans in Germany can watch live matches exclusively on RTL, which has secured the broadcast rights for UEFA’s third-tier league for the 2024-25, 2025-26, and 2026-27 seasons.
As part of this agreement, viewers in Germany can watch live UEFA Conference League fixtures on free-to-air linear channels RTL and Nitro.
▶ More details: How to watch UEFA Conference League in Germany
2022-2028
RTL has reached an agreement with ARD and ZDF to share coverage of the German national team’s matches in the UEFA Euro 2028 qualifiers.
2028-2031
2026-2029
Fans in Germany can watch select free-to-air Bundesliga games live on RTL until the 2028-29 season. While RTL Deutschland secured a lucrative highlights package for its subscription-based RTL+ streaming service ahead of the 2025-26 season, the media company expanded its offering after acquiring Sky Deutschland in April 2026.
▶ More details: How to watch Bundesliga in Germany
2026-2030
Fans in Germany can stream all DFB Pokal matches on RTL+, RTL’s subscription-based streaming service, from the 2026-27 season through the 2029-30 season. This follows RTL Group’s acquisition of Sky Deutschland, which holds exclusive pay-TV rights to all German cup games.
RTL initially struck a free-to-air rights deal with the German Football Association (DFB) to broadcast 15 top games live on the free RTL channel and on RTL+.
RTL initially struck a free-to-air rights deal with the German Football Association (DFB) to broadcast 15 top games live on the free RTL channel and on RTL+. However, after RTL Group acquired Sky, RTL announced that all DFB Pokal matches would be available on RTL+.
To stream live DFB Pokal games in Germany, viewers need the RTL+ app and the necessary subscription. Additionally, fans can watch the German cup on the RTL+ website after subscribing to the streaming service.
The RTL+ app is available for download on Android and iOS devices and is compatible with Amazon Fire TV Stick and Box, Telekom MagentaTV set-top boxes, Chromecast, AirPlay, Roku, and major smart TV brands such as LG, Samsung, Hisense, and Panasonic.
Meanwhile, fans can stream the DFB Pokal on the RTL+ website via a PC or Mac. Subscribers gain access to more than just live game coverage, as RTL also provides match highlights to its viewers.
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Fans in Germany can stream all DFB Pokal matches on RTL+, RTL’s subscription-based streaming service, from the 2026-27 season through the 2029-30 season. This follows RTL Group’s acquisition of Sky Deutschland, which holds exclusive pay-TV rights to all German cup games.RTL initially struck a free-to-air rights deal with the German Football Association (DFB) to broadcast 15 top games live on the free RTL channel and on RTL+. However, after RTL Group acquired Sky, RTL announced that all DFB Pokal matches would be available on RTL+.
To stream live DFB Pokal games in Germany, viewers need the RTL+ app and the necessary subscription. Additionally, fans can watch the German cup on the RTL+ website after subscribing to the streaming service.
The RTL+ app is available for download on Android and iOS devices and is compatible with Amazon Fire TV Stick and Box, Telekom MagentaTV set-top boxes, Chromecast, AirPlay, Roku, and major smart TV brands such as LG, Samsung, Hisense, and Panasonic.
Meanwhile, fans can stream the DFB Pokal on the RTL+ website via a PC or Mac. Subscribers gain access to more than just live game coverage, as RTL also provides match highlights to its viewers.
2025-2029
RTL is a co-broadcaster of the 2. Bundesliga in Germany, securing the rights to the German second division under a deal covering the 2025-26 to 2028-29 seasons. At the start of this deal, the broadcaster exclusively aired the Saturday evening (domestic time) 2. Bundesliga matches, totaling 33 games per season.
▶ More details: How to watch Bundesliga 2 in Germany
About
RTL+ history, coverage, features
RTL+ is an online streaming platform in Germany that provides users with access to all 14 of RTL’s German channels. The current iteration of the platform was launched in 2001, but its origins go back further. It first came on the scene in 2007 as RTLnow and then rebranded to TVNOW in 2016. Five years later, it became RTL+. RTL+ offers a multitude of content, covering entertainment, drama, series, movies, documentaries and sports.In terms of sport, live coverage of Germany’s matches at major tournaments, including the UEFA Nations League, has been available in the past.
To watch RTL+, fans can either visit the platform on a web browser or download the RTL+ app onto their iOS and Android devices. RTL+ has various subscription price points, but some content is available for free. It’s available in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Hungary, and programming is in German.
Content disclaimer:
The published listings of live, re-aired, and on-demand match and program events published on this website are broadcast by the official rights holders. They are available on various platforms such as terrestrial TV, radio, cable, satellite, IPTV, mobile and desktop apps. Where possible, we will provide links to the streaming events available on the platforms provided by the official broadcasters. Please note that in many cases, a digital subscription or user authentication with a TV or internet provider will be required. We endeavor to provide as accurate and detailed broadcast information as possible. However, broadcast schedules are subject to change at any time. If you find incorrect or missing information, please let us know
The published listings of live, re-aired, and on-demand match and program events published on this website are broadcast by the official rights holders. They are available on various platforms such as terrestrial TV, radio, cable, satellite, IPTV, mobile and desktop apps. Where possible, we will provide links to the streaming events available on the platforms provided by the official broadcasters. Please note that in many cases, a digital subscription or user authentication with a TV or internet provider will be required. We endeavor to provide as accurate and detailed broadcast information as possible. However, broadcast schedules are subject to change at any time. If you find incorrect or missing information, please let us know
