A Landmark Deal for Global Basketball Fans

Movistar Plus+ has announced a strategic alliance with FIBA, the International Basketball Federation, to become the exclusive broadcast partner for major international basketball competitions through 2029. This partnership guarantees comprehensive coverage of both men’s and women’s tournaments, solidifying Movistar Plus+’s position as a leading sports broadcaster.

The agreement, which began with the recent qualifying matches – including the game between Ukraine and Spain – encompasses a wide range of prestigious events.

Key Tournaments Included in the Agreement

Basketball fans can glance forward to a packed schedule of international action, including:

• FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 (Germany): September 4-13
• FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 (Qatar): August 27 – September 12
• FIBA Women’s Eurobasket 2027 (Belgium, Finland, Sweden and Lithuania): June 16 – June 27
• FIBA Eurobasket 2029 (Spain, Estonia, Greece and Slovenia)
• FIBA World Cup 2027 Qualifiers (through February 2027)
• Olympic Qualification Tournaments 2028 (men’s and women’s)
• FIBA U17 and U19 World Cups

Commitment to Equity and Comprehensive Coverage

Movistar Plus+ has emphasized its commitment to providing equal coverage for both men’s and women’s tournaments, responding to the growing popularity of women’s basketball in Spain. The platform will also broadcast all qualifying windows, allowing viewers to follow their national teams throughout the year. As stated by Movistar Plus+ Deportes, they aim to deliver the best basket with the best voices.

The commentary team will feature established names such as Fran Fermoso, Lucio Angulo, and Javi Beirán.

Upcoming Broadcast Schedule

Here’s a look at the upcoming schedule of national team matches on Movistar Plus+:

Friday, February 27

• Ukraine – Spain: 2:00 PM (Vamos por M+ dial 8)
• Hungary – France: 6:00 PM (Deportes 3 on M+ dial 65)
• Serbia – Türkiye: 7:00 PM (Deportes on M+ dial 63)
• Croatia – Germany: 8:00 PM (Vamos 3 on M+ dial 52)

Sunday, March 1

• Germany – Croatia: 6:00 PM (Vamos 3 on M+ dial 52)
• Poland – Latvia: 8:30 PM (Deportes on M+ dial 63)

Monday, March 2

• Lithuania – Iceland: 5:30 PM (Deportes 3 on M+ dial 65)
• Türkiye – Serbia: 7:00 PM (Deportes on M+ dial 63)
• Italy – Great Britain: 7:30 PM (Deportes 2 on M+ dial 64)
• Spain – Ukraine: 8:30 PM (Vamos por M+ dial 8)