Qatar-based pay-TV broadcaster Al Jazeera Sport has secured the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) rights for the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League from 2015-2018.

“All UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League matches will be shown live, confirming Al Jazeera’s continued commitment to the tournaments both in terms of production and also in terms of programming,” said a statement on the UEFA website.

Al Jazeera – already the regional home of live English Premier League until summer 2016 – will also screen extensive highlights and delayed programming of the European club competitions, with services provided in Arabic, English and French, the football association said.

Al Jazeera Sport already broadcasts the two UEFA club competitions to 23 countries across its 19 channels, which also host top-flight Spanish and Italian league football, FA Cup football, and Brazil and England international matches

Source: rapidtvnews

Al Jazeera Sports, now rebranded as beIN Sports, was launched in 2003 as a sports network by Al Jazeera Media Network, based in Qatar. Initially created to provide comprehensive sports coverage across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Al Jazeera Sports quickly became a major player in the sports broadcasting industry.

The network offered a wide range of content, including live broadcasts of major international sports events such as the FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League, and top European football leagues like the English Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A. In addition to football, Al Jazeera Sports covered other sports, including tennis, athletics, and basketball, catering to a diverse audience.

Al Jazeera Sports gained a reputation for high-quality broadcasting, featuring expert commentary and in-depth analysis. It also expanded its reach beyond the MENA region, acquiring broadcasting rights for various sports events globally.

In 2014, Al Jazeera Sports was rebranded as beIN Sports, further expanding its global presence with new channels and services across different regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America. The rebranding marked a significant evolution in the network’s ambition to become a global leader in sports broadcasting, continuing its legacy of delivering premier sports content to a worldwide audience.

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