AFC signs exclusive rights deal in Korea

The Asian Football Confederation has signed an exclusive rights deal with South Korean cable-television broadcaster JTBC.

The agreement will run for four seasons, from 2017 to 2020.

The deal includes rights to 12 AFC competitions, including the AFC Champions League club tournament, as well both the men’s and women’s Asian Cup national team events.

The agreement will also cover all remaining qualifiers for the Fifa 2018 World Cup in Russia, in addition to various youth and futsal events.

JTBC will also serve as host broadcaster for all South Korea matches played in the country.