Major broadcasting change as DISNEY set to show top flight football once a week in historic new deal

DISNEY PLUS have agreed a deal to show live LaLiga matches for the next three seasons.

The streaming platform has secured rights to show the 8:30pm kick-off each weekend in the UK and Ireland.

Fans will have the chance to watch Jude Bellingham on Disney+Credit: Getty

The likes of Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal will be available to watch on the streamerCredit: Getty

Disney’s new deal will give viewers a chance to watch the likes of Jude Bellingham, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe for just £4.99 per month.

Former Real Madrid and England star Steve McManaman has been confirmed as Disney’s primary co-commentator, while ex-Arsenal midfielder Stewart Robson will also be involved in coverage.

Commentary will be provided by either Ian Darke or Rob Palmer.

The Walt Disney Company owns US sports powerhouse ESPN.

This could pave the way for more live sport to find its way onto Disney+, which has already shown Formula 1 races in the United States.

Upon sealing the deal, LaLiga chief Javier Tebas said: “Today begins a new era in LaLiga’s broadcast distribution in the UK and Ireland.

“We’re proud to break new ground with an exclusive Saturday night match on Disney+ which will give unparalleled access to LALIGA fans of all ages.”

In addition to LaLiga, Disney+ subscribers will also have access to top women’s football.

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Earlier this year it was announced that the streamer had become the new home of the Uefa Women’s Champions League.

Disney+ will show women’s football’s premier club competition for the next five seasons, with action kicking off in October.