Telemundo Remains Exclusive Spanish-Language Home of U.S. Soccer Through 2030; Agreement Covers USMNT, USWNT, and Youth National Teams Across Linear and Digital Platforms in the U.S. and Its Territories
MIAMI, FLA. – May 6, 2026 – NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises and the U.S. Soccer Federation are doubling down on one of the fastest-growing audiences in American sports, extending their Spanish-language media rights partnership through 2030 as the sport’s momentum accelerates ahead of a defining decade in the United States.
“We’re proud to extend our partnership with U.S. Soccer and continue serving as the Spanish-language home for the Men’s and Women’s National Teams,” said Joaquin Duro, EVP of Sports and Head of Streaming, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. “From friendlies to major tournaments, this agreement gives us the opportunity to follow the teams’ journey and engage audiences across every platform in the years leading up to 2030.”
“We’re excited to build on our partnership with Telemundo in bringing U.S. Soccer to Spanish-speaking fans throughout the country,” said David Wright. U.S. Soccer’s Chief Commercial Officer. “Telemundo plays a critical role in how we connect with one of the most passionate and influential fan bases in the country. As we look ahead to 2026 and beyond, this partnership is about more than distribution. It’s about reaching new audiences, deepening engagement, and ensuring more fans can see and follow our teams in the moments that matter most.”
Under the renewed agreement, Telemundo will present more than 20 U.S. National Team matches annually across Telemundo, Universo, Peacock and Telemundo’s digital platforms including its FAST channel, Telemundo Deportes Ahora. Coverage extends across the United States and its territories, reaching Spanish-speaking fans nationwide. The lineup includes high-profile international friendlies, the SheBelieves Cup and select competitions such as the CONCACAF Nations League, featuring both the Women’s and Men’s National Teams.
The agreement also encompasses U.S. Soccer Youth National Team matches, expanding visibility across U.S. Soccer’s full pathway, from youth development through the senior national teams, and helping introduce the next generation of players to new fans.
The partnership also creates new opportunities for storytelling and fan engagement around key moments in the teams’ journey, including behind-the-scenes access, qualifying and Send-Off matches leading into and following the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027, the Olympic Games LA28 and the FIFA World Cup 2030. With Telemundo serving as the Spanish-language home of the FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games, the partnership creates a unique opportunity to connect U.S. Soccer’s teams with fans during the sport’s biggest global moments.
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About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises leads the media industry in the production and distribution of Spanish-language content for U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. The company serves U.S. Hispanics through its national broadcast network, the cable network Universo, and digital platforms including the Telemundo app, a suite of FAST channels, and streaming services, such as Peacock, among others. The Telemundo Network offers Spanish-language entertainment, news, and sports content reaching 96% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 owned stations and 94 affiliate stations. Telemundo also owns an independent station serving Puerto Rico. Anchored on Telemundo Studios, the network is the #1 producer of scripted Spanish-language content in the U.S., and the only network to produce original content specifically for US Hispanic audiences. Offering over 600 hours of reality TV shows a year, and top-rated live specials such as the Billboard Latin Music Awards and Miss Universe, Telemundo is considered the undisputed Home of Live TV in Hispanic media. The network is also the exclusive Spanish-language home of the world’s two most popular sporting events, the FIFA World Cup and the Olympic Games. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
About U.S. Soccer:
Founded in 1913, U.S. Soccer, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the official governing body of the sport in the United States. Our vision is clear; we exist in service to soccer. Our ambition is to ignite a national passion for the game and elevate its power to unite, inspire, and uplift. We believe soccer is more than a sport; it is a force for good. We are focused on three areas: U.S. Soccer Everywhere, making soccer the #1 played sport in every community in America; U.S. Soccer is Yours, ensuring everyone feels ownership of soccer’s future in the U.S., and U.S. Soccer Success, winning major tournaments, including World Cups. Together, the future of the game is ours to build. For more information, visit ussoccer.com/ourvision.
Media Contacts:
Melissa Lopez, melissa.lopez1@nbcuni.com, 786-889-3914
