CBS Sports Secures Exclusive English TV Rights for Concacaf Champions Cup Through 2030

CBS Sports and Concacaf Sign Historic Broadcast Deal

CBS Sports has announced a groundbreaking multiyear agreement with Concacaf, granting exclusive English-language television rights in the United States for the Concacaf Champions Cup and other major competitions through 2030. This partnership marks a significant step in promoting soccer in the region and elevating the viewing experience for fans.

Comprehensive Coverage on Paramount+

With this deal, the streaming service Paramount+ will serve as the exclusive home for all matches related to Concacaf events. Fans can look forward to streaming a total of 137 matches each season, including:

• 51 matches from the Concacaf Champions Cup
• 58 matches from the Central American Cup
• 28 matches from the Caribbean Cup

Select matches from the Concacaf Champions Cup will also be broadcast on CBS Sports Network and the CBS Sports Golazo Network, which will provide in-depth studio programming around these premier competitions.

Expanded Soccer Programming

The CBS Sports Golazo Network's offerings will include shows such as Morning Footy, CBS Sports Golazo Matchday, and Scoreline, delivering comprehensive news, analysis, and highlights. Additional reporting will be featured on CBSSports.com and through the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, bolstering soccer's presence across CBS Sports' platforms.

The Importance of the Champions Cup

The Concacaf Champions Cup stands as the confederation's foremost men's club tournament, showcasing the best soccer clubs from North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Teams qualify through national leagues and other competitions, allowing for a diverse lineup of clubs each season. The winning team earns a coveted spot in the FIFA Club World Cup and the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.

Major League Soccer (MLS) teams, including prominent clubs such as LA Galaxy, Philadelphia Union, and Inter Miami CF, will participate in the upcoming 2026 Champions Cup. While MLS teams have historically struggled in this tournament, with only a handful of titles in the last two decades, they are eager to improve their standing in future editions.

What Lies Ahead

The 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup will see fierce competition, especially with the tournament expanding its scope. Mexican clubs have generally dominated the tournament, having won 19 out of the last 21 editions, with Cruz Azul and Club America both holding a record seven titles each. The upcoming Central American Cup kicks off soon, followed by the Caribbean Cup before the anticipated Champions Cup begins in February 2027.

This partnership between CBS Sports and Concacaf promises to enhance the viewing experience of soccer fans in the U.S., bringing top-tier talent and competition directly into viewers' homes through various platforms.