CNMC Urges Spanish Football League to Ensure Fairness in Rights Commercialization Across Europe
The CNMC advises the Spanish Football League to make changes in the commercialization of broadcasting rights in various European countries to comply with competition, transparency, and non-discrimination principles.
12.09.2024 | Spanish competition authority
The CNMC has recommended the Spanish Football League to adjust the terms for commercializing broadcasting rights of the 1st and 2nd Division matches in Europe and promotion play-offs to meet the requirements of the Real Decreto-ley 5/2015.
The CNMC suggests using objective criteria, clear formulations, and proportional obligations to ensure a transparent and competitive bidding process, avoiding unnecessary burdens on bidders.
Reports are issued under the Real Decreto-ley 5/2015, requiring commercial entities to seek CNMC's prior approval on proposed conditions to ensure compliance with competition regulations.