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The Bundesliga has launched a new free channel on Samsung TV Plus in the UK and Ireland that will see some games broadcast live.
The German league is operating a new model for TV rights in the UK this year in which Friday night games go out on iPlayer and YouTube, Saturday night games on Sky and Sunday fixtures on Prime Video PPV.
The new FAST station on Samsung will also carry the Friday night top-flight games live, as well as four 2.Bundesliga games live each week (Friday 5.30pm, Saturday 12pm, Saturday 7.30pm and Sunday 12.30pm).
The live fixtures will sit alongside a schedule of classic matches, player interviews, press conferences and in-depth documentaries.
“Our approach is as diverse as our fans – and this FAST channel is the next proof of that,” said Peer Naubert, CEO of Bundesliga International. “With a Bundesliga channel on Samsung TV Plus, we’re taking another step in how the Bundesliga can be experienced in the UK: free, live and closer than ever before.
“Following the strong response to our new UK partnerships earlier this year, we’re proud to expand our footprint once again. This launch shows that the Bundesliga doesn’t just talk about innovation – we deliver it, bringing world-class football to fans wherever they are.”
Gus Grimaldi, head of Samsung TV Plus in the EMEA, added: “Launching a dedicated Bundesliga channel is another exciting step in deepening our partnerships and investments across premium sports content at Samsung TV Plus. Fans can now experience weekly live matches, behind-the-scenes access, and real stories that celebrate the heart of Bundesliga, 24/7.”
Bundesliga channel is now live on Samsung TV Plus EPG number 4634, while DFB Play TV – a channel dedicated to the DFB-Pokal, women’s Bundesliga and youth games – is available on EPG number 4633.
