beIN SPORTS acquires exclusive U.S. media rights to Liga Portugal, strengthening its position as the home of global soccer
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[Miami — July 23, 2026]: beIN SPORTS today announced that it has secured the exclusive U.S. media rights to Liga Portugal, reinforcing its position as the home of global soccer in the United States by adding one of Europe's most historic and talent-rich leagues to its world-class soccer lineup.
Beginning with the 2026/27 season on August 8, beIN SPORTS will air every Liga Portugal match live across its linear channels and stream on beIN SPORTS CONNECT, giving fans comprehensive access to one of Europe's most competitive leagues and its iconic clubs, including Benfica, FC Porto and Sporting CP.
Roy Meyeringh, Vice President of Business Development and Affiliate Sales at beIN SPORTS North America said: “Liga Portugal has a unique ability to combine rich tradition, elite competition and one of the world's most respected talent pipelines. Some of the biggest names in soccer began their journeys in Portugal and today the league continues to shape the next generation of global superstars. We're excited to bring every match to fans across the United States and further strengthen beIN SPORTS' commitment to delivering the very best of international soccer.”
Widely recognized as one of Europe's premier talent-development leagues, Liga Portugal has helped launch the careers of legends including Cristiano Ronaldo, Ángel Di María and Radamel Falcao. More recently, Bernardo Silva, Bruno Fernandes, Vitinha, João Neves, Raphinha and Enzo Fernández have come through the league as a gateway to international success.
The league continues to showcase the next generation of international talent, featuring players such as Colombian forward Luis Suárez of Sporting CP and Ivory Coast defender Ousmane Diomande, while serving as a gateway to UEFA club competitions and the global game.
With the addition of Liga Portugal, beIN SPORTS continues to expand the most comprehensive portfolio of international soccer available in the United States, offering fans unparalleled access to the leagues, clubs and players shaping the global game.
Watch every Liga Portugal match live on beIN SPORTS and stream every match on beIN SPORTS CONNECT. Don’t miss the action, download the beIN SPORTS app now HERE.
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beIN SPORTS offers viewers world-class sports content and entertainment across multiple platforms including TV channels beIN SPORTS and beIN SPORTS en Español, live streaming on beIN SPORTS CONNECT and free channels, beIN SPORTS XTRA and beIN SPORTS XTRA en Español. A cornerstone of beIN SPORTS is its unrivaled live soccer coverage, which includes live matches from Liga Portugal, Ligue 1, Ligue 2, Copa Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, Recopa Sudamericana, Turkish Süper Lig, Africa Cup of Nations, CAF Confederation Cup, CAF Champions League and International Friendlies as well as news of all the top leagues from around the world. In addition to soccer, beIN SPORTS serves as a haven for fans of padel, footvolley, wrestling, mixed martial arts (MMA), skiing, motorsports, and basketball, among others.
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