Wondering is Ligue 1 on DAZN? Good question — and the answer depends a lot on where you are. In France, yes — DAZN has a major role in streaming Ligue 1, but in the U.S. and many other countries, it’s a different story. ManoKick will take you through the current rights arrangements, how they’ve changed recently, and what that means for fans everywhere.
Ligue 1 rights in France: DAZN, Ligue 1+, BeIN Sports
Here at home in France, things have shifted significantly for Ligue 1 broadcasting.
- A new streaming service called Ligue 1+ launched on August 15, 2025, as the domestic “direct-to-consumer” (DTC) platform for the league. Cinco de los nueve partidos por jornada (8 en vivo cada fin de semana + 1 disponible on demand) serán transmitidos por Ligue 1+. DAZN will serve as a distribution partner for this new platform.
- BeIN Sports keeps the rights to one match per matchday (usually the Saturday 17:00 / 5 PM slot), along with rights to some highlights and replays.
- The deal is confirmed through 2029, giving both DAZN and BeIN long-term certainty in France.
So, if you’re in France, DAZN is involved, but not in the same way as before — it no longer has exclusive full rights; instead, it distributes Ligue 1+ alongside other operators.
What changed: DAZN’s deal, exit, and transition
To understand where we are, it helps to look back at the recent changes:
- DAZN originally secured a large deal with the LFP (French Professional Football League) starting in 2024, aiming to show eight out of nine matchday games.
- However, DAZN and LFP had a dispute around payments, marketing, and piracy. In May 2025, DAZN terminated the original rights deal early — only one year into the 5-year contract.
- Shortly afterward, the LFP created Ligue 1+ as the new DTC platform, and DAZN was brought in as a distribution partner rather than holding the rights outright.
What about the U.S. (and other countries)? Is Ligue 1 on DAZN there?
If you’re in the United States (or many other non-French territories), the simple answer is: no, Ligue 1 is not currently on DAZN for most of the U.S. market.
- In the U.S., beIN Sports holds the broadcasting rights to Ligue 1 through the 2028-2029 season. So for English-language and Spanish-language coverage stateside, beIN is the go-to channel.
- JustWatch (a streaming guide) often shows some “streaming options & platforms”, DAppears only rarely (if at all) for live matches. What’s more consistent is beIN and its platforms, or streaming bundles that include beIN.
So unless you’re accessing the French version of DAZN or are in a country where DAZN has secured local carriage of “Ligue 1+,” you likely won’t be able to watch most Ligue 1 matches on DAZN where you are.
How to check if Ligue 1 isDAZN in your region
Here are steps ManoKick suggests so you don’t miss a game:
- Check DAZN in your country/region via its official website/app. Look under “Schedule” or “Competitions” for Ligue 1.
- Check with local broadcasters — see if beIN Sports, ESPN+, or others hold rights in your area.
- Ligue 1+ info if you’re in France or nearby: see whether DAZN is offering “Ligue 1+” content. If you use a telecom provider in France (Orange, Bouygues, Free, SFR) check their channels/plans.
- Watch out for legal / licensing changes — rights deals can shift, especially streaming rights. The DAZN-LFP story.
Why this matters to fans
- Access & Cost: If DAZN doesn’t carry Ligue 1 in your region, you’ll need to pay for other services.
- Match availability: Some fixtures will only be on certain platforms — missing a broadcast right means maybe missing your favorite team or key games.
- Streaming quality & extras: Highlights, replays, commentary languages, simultaneous broadcasting are all impacted by who holds the rights.
Conclusion
Is Ligue 1 On DAZN? It depends on where you are. Yes, in France — DAZN distributes Ligue 1 via the new Ligue 1+ platform, sharing rights with BeIN Sports. No, for the U.S. — beIN Sports holds the rights there through 2029, and DAZN isn’t the primary provider for most live Ligue 1 matches. ManoKick recommends confirming, I can check specifically your city or country to see how you can watch Ligue 1 (and whether you’ll get it via DAZN or some other service). Want me to do that for your location?
