In a major shake-up for British sports broadcasting, Sky Sports has announced a landmark deal to become the new home of two of Europe's premier football competitions.
A New Era for European Football on UK TV
The broadcaster confirmed it has secured the exclusive UK rights for the UEFA Europa League and the UEFA Conference League, beginning from the 2027/28 season. This move represents a significant expansion of Sky Sports' football portfolio and marks a substantial shift in the media landscape for European club competitions.
This acquisition means a major change for football fans, who have been accustomed to watching these tournaments on a different channel. The announcement, first reported by Senior Sports Journalist Isaac Seelochan on November 20, 2025, signals the end of an era for the current rights holder.
The End of TNT Sports' European Dominance
The two European competitions are currently broadcast by TNT Sports, who will see their tenure come to an end. This loss is part of a wider restructuring of European football broadcasting rights in the UK. Notably, TNT Sports is also set to lose its rights to the prestigious UEFA Champions League from the same 2027 starting point, paving the way for a potential new broadcaster for that competition as well.
The transition of both the Europa League and Conference League to Sky Sports consolidates a huge portion of live football under one broadcaster's umbrella, giving them an even stronger position in the UK market.
What This Means for Football Fans
For viewers, this change promises a new presentation style and potentially different subscription models to access the games. Sky Sports is known for its extensive coverage and high-profile punditry teams, which will now be extended to these vibrant European tournaments.
This deal ensures that from the 2027/28 season, fans will need to turn to Sky Sports to follow their favourite teams' journeys through the Europa League and the newer, but rapidly growing, Conference League. The coming years will reveal how Sky integrates these competitions into its already packed football schedule.
