Streaming service DAZN introduces free football matches from a prominent UK team just before the initiation of the 2025/26 Premier League season.
Manchester City has announced a new partnership with DAZN, a global streaming platform, to bring fans closer to the club in innovative ways. The collaboration aims to deliver Manchester City's world-class content to an ever-growing audience, as the club gears up for the Premier League 2025/2026 season [1][2][3][4][5].
Under this partnership, a dedicated club content environment will be launched on DAZN's streaming platform. This will provide global fans with exclusive non-live content, including behind-the-scenes footage, player and staff interviews, press conferences, podcasts, and documentary-style storytelling. The content will be available as part of DAZN’s free tier, alongside the platform’s other live and on-demand sports programming [3][4].
This move is expected to expand Manchester City's global reach and fan engagement. It leverages DAZN’s international streaming presence, allowing the club to shape and control its narrative off the pitch during the upcoming season under Pep Guardiola and captain Bernardo Silva [1][3][5].
Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola, the managing legend of Manchester City, is facing personal changes. Reports suggest that he has split from his wife Cristina, and he is now focusing on himself [6]. The Spanish journalists Laura Fa and Lorena Vazquez who broke the story have insisted there is no way back for the star [7].
The collaboration between DAZN and Manchester City is not just about live sports. It also includes gaming and ticketing opportunities, providing fans with a comprehensive experience [8]. This aligns with evolving digital consumption trends and reflects competitive industry moves to broaden fan experiences worldwide [1][3][4].
As Manchester City prepares for the new season, the focus remains on delivering success both on and off the pitch. With the new partnership, fans can look forward to an unprecedented level of access and engagement with the club.
[1] https://www.mancity.com/news/club-news/manchester-city-partners-with-dazn-for-exclusive-content-7128467 [2] https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/man-city-fc/manchester-city-fc-dazn-deal-22240780 [3] https://www.sportspro.co.uk/news/manchester-city-partners-with-dazn-to-deliver-exclusive-content/ [4] https://www.espn.com/soccer/manchester-city/story/4869246/manchester-city-partners-with-dazn-to-deliver-exclusive-content [5] https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/manchester-city-partner-with-dazn-to-offer-exclusive-content/blt4c425b2c92504f85 [6] https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17997953/pep-guardiola-marriage-split-cristina-rumours/ [7] https://www.marca.com/en/football/english/manchester-city/2023/02/26/63e6c0f592708502078b461c.html [8] https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/man-city-fc/manchester-city-dazn-gaming-ticketing-22240768
The collaboration between Manchester City and DAZN extends beyond live sports, encompassing gaming and ticketing opportunities to offer a comprehensive experience for fans. This partnership is expected to enhance Manchester City's global reach and fan engagement, particularly with the availability of exclusive non-live content such as behind-the-scenes footage, interviews, and documentaries on the European football scene, including the Premier League 2025/2026 season.
