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The encrypted channel published a promotional spot this Monday, November 4, to celebrate its 40th anniversary. The opportunity for her to celebrate her greatest moments, without forgetting to criticize the LFP, on the subject of Ligue 1 TV rights.
Canal + is celebrating its 40th anniversary, not without resentment. This Monday, November 4, the private channel published a promotional video on its social networks, in which it retraces its long history. A historic and major partner of Ligue 1 since 1984, Canal + does not fail to address a sharp dig at the LFP regarding TV rights for the French championship.
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The criticism slips through a dialogue between two actors who seem to play the role of senior leaders of the group. “We did everything for French football, is that how we get thanked?” is the first to get annoyed. “How much ?” asks the second. “A billion!” he replied. Blasé, the latter punctuates: “It’s not just Ligue 1”.
The Top 14 and F1 on display
Then follow images of Formula 1 and the Top 14, major competitions which represent the new showcase of Canal +, as if to show that the page has been turned. However, the channel does not forget its recent dispute with the League.
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During the last negotiations for Ligue 1 TV rights, the LFP first demanded the amount of one billion euros. For the first time in its history, Canal +, in disagreement with the body, decided to withdraw from the call for tenders. Finally, an agreement worth 500 million was signed with DAZN and beIN Sports until 2029.
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