CCTV Reportedly Secures World Cup Broadcasting Rights in China After Slashing Price by Over 60%
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- 📰 Published: May 15, 2026 at 17:24
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Chinese state media CCTV has reportedly secured the broadcasting rights for the 2026 World Cup in mainland China. Rumors on social media suggest the final transaction price is $110 million, a massive discount of over 60% compared to FIFA's initial asking price of $300 million. FIFA initially demanded a higher price due to the expanded format of 48 teams, but CCTV pushed for a reduction citing time zone differences and limited commercial value. Neither CCTV nor FIFA has officially announced the agreement yet.