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Broadcast Rights
Competitions available on U-NEXT
2024-2031
U-Next has the exclusive Premier League broadcasting rights in Japan, thanks to a long-term deal struck in 2024.
The online premium streaming platform, which is only accessible in Japan, has the rights to show all 380 Premier League matches each season until the end of the 2030-31 season.
The bumper deal between U-Next and the Premier League was signed when the platform took the Premier League contract over from SPOTV, which had terminated its agreement a year earlier than planned.
The online premium streaming platform, which is only accessible in Japan, has the rights to show all 380 Premier League matches each season until the end of the 2030-31 season.
The bumper deal between U-Next and the Premier League was signed when the platform took the Premier League contract over from SPOTV, which had terminated its agreement a year earlier than planned.
To watch the Premier League on U-Next, users in Japan must pay a subscription fee to the platform, specifically the U-Next Soccer Pack. Once subscribed, fans in Japan can watch the Premier League on U-Next either through a web browser or an app, which can be downloaded for free onto iOS and Android devices.
In addition to live Premier League matches, U-Next also provides fans with archived matches from the competition and magazine shows.
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U-Next has the exclusive Premier League broadcasting rights in Japan, thanks to a long-term deal struck in 2024.The online premium streaming platform, which is only accessible in Japan, has the rights to show all 380 Premier League matches each season until the end of the 2030-31 season.
The bumper deal between U-Next and the Premier League was signed when the platform took the Premier League contract over from SPOTV, which had terminated its agreement a year earlier than planned.
To watch the Premier League on U-Next, users in Japan must pay a subscription fee to the platform, specifically the U-Next Soccer Pack. Once subscribed, fans in Japan can watch the Premier League on U-Next either through a web browser or an app, which can be downloaded for free onto iOS and Android devices.
In addition to live Premier League matches, U-Next also provides fans with archived matches from the competition and magazine shows.
2023-2028
U-Next has acquired non-exclusive digital LaLiga rights in Japan from 2023 to 2028. The streaming provider takes over from Wowow, who held domestic media rights to LaLiga for two decades. As per its contract with LaLiga, which covers the 2023-24 to 2027-28 seasons, U-NEXT streams all 380 matches per season, both live and on-demand on mobiles, tablets, smart TVs, computers, and select gaming consoles.
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2023-2028
2024-2031
2024-2031
2023-2028
2024-2027
Select matches from the Women’s Super League are shown live on U-Next in Japan after the online streaming services agreed a deal with the WSL midway through the 2024-25 season for two and a half years until the end of the 2026-27 season.
While the agreement with U-Next isn’t exclusive, due to some WSL matches being shown on YouTube, it is the only place in Japan where fans can watch live action from the competition with Japanese commentary.
While the agreement with U-Next isn’t exclusive, due to some WSL matches being shown on YouTube, it is the only place in Japan where fans can watch live action from the competition with Japanese commentary.
Fans who want to watch the WSL on U-Next must pay for a subscription to the streaming platform. It can then be accessed via a web browser and an app, which can be downloaded onto iOS and Android devices.
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Select matches from the Women’s Super League are shown live on U-Next in Japan after the online streaming services agreed a deal with the WSL midway through the 2024-25 season for two and a half years until the end of the 2026-27 season.While the agreement with U-Next isn’t exclusive, due to some WSL matches being shown on YouTube, it is the only place in Japan where fans can watch live action from the competition with Japanese commentary.
Fans who want to watch the WSL on U-Next must pay for a subscription to the streaming platform. It can then be accessed via a web browser and an app, which can be downloaded onto iOS and Android devices.
2025-2028
Fans in Japan can watch the Eredivisie live exclusively on U-Next from the 2025-26 season through the end of the 2027-28 campaign. The streaming service holds the rights for all three seasons under this agreement.
The deal follows the conclusion of last season's coverage on Fuji TV and TV Asahi, with U-Next now the sole broadcaster of the competition in Japan.
The deal follows the conclusion of last season's coverage on Fuji TV and TV Asahi, with U-Next now the sole broadcaster of the competition in Japan. All matches are available through the platform during the contract period.
In addition to live broadcasts, U-Next provides highlights and special content focused on Japanese players in the Eredivisie.
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Fans in Japan can watch the Eredivisie live exclusively on U-Next from the 2025-26 season through the end of the 2027-28 campaign. The streaming service holds the rights for all three seasons under this agreement.The deal follows the conclusion of last season's coverage on Fuji TV and TV Asahi, with U-Next now the sole broadcaster of the competition in Japan. All matches are available through the platform during the contract period.
In addition to live broadcasts, U-Next provides highlights and special content focused on Japanese players in the Eredivisie.
About
U-NEXT history, coverage, features
U-NEXT is a Japanese over-the-top streaming service that offers a diverse content library, including movies, TV shows, anime, and e-books. It also offers live sports coverage. U-NEXT has amassed millions of subscribers and is a leading player in the Japanese streaming market. The service was launched in 2007 and has grown to become one of Japan's largest streaming platforms. U-NEXT offers a wide variety of content, including Japanese and international titles. The service also has a live sports section that features top events from around the world.
In the past, U-NEXT has held streaming rights to various sports events, including UFC, Glory Kickboxing, Bellator MMA, and PGA Tour matches. The service has also partnered with major sports leagues, such as La Liga, to bring exclusive content to its subscribers.
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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
