Ligue 1 fans are expressing outrage over the disparity in subscription prices for the French football championship, as a new streaming service, the Ligue 1 Pass, offers access at a significantly lower cost in the United Kingdom and Ireland compared to France. This situation has sparked discussions about discrimination and potential piracy as fans seek ways to circumvent regional restrictions.
The Ligue 1 Pass, priced at approximately 12 euros per month, is seen as a blatant attempt to capitalize on international markets while alienating French fans, who face subscription costs that can reach up to 55 euros for existing broadcasters like DAZN and BeIN Sports. This has led to calls for action from the Professional Football League (LFP) to address the issue.
While British fans can enjoy Ligue 1 matches at a fraction of the cost, they must also contend with higher subscription fees for the Premier League, illustrating the complexities of sports broadcasting rights and pricing across different regions.
