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/ todayCBS to air both Champions League semifinals on national TV
Next week's UEFA Champions League semifinals will both be available on national TV via the CBS over-the-air channel. On Tuesday, April 30, Bayern Munich plays Real Madrid in the more-anticipated of the two last-four matchups. Then, on May 1, Borussia Dortmund hosts PSG at the Westfalenstadion. Both games are available via the CBS TV channel, […]
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/ 13 days agoTwo Champions League games added to CBS Network
After an incredible week of exciting UEFA Champions League quarterfinals, two of the second legs have been moved to network TV. Of course, all the games stream on Paramount+, but fans can also choose to watch two of the marquee games on over-the-air TV next week. CBS as a broadcast channel does not require any […]
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/ 20 days agoCBS to broadcast first USL game on over-the-air network TV
This weekend's Louisville City game against Indy Eleven will make history as the first USL game televised on free, over-the-air television courtesy of CBS. It's part of CBS's new broadcast deal with the USL that puts over 100 games across CBS platforms. Yet, this contest between Louisville City and Indy Eleven is historic because it […]
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/ 37 days agoHow to watch CONCACAF Nations League
Coverage of this year's CONCACAF Nations League is an ideal remedy for fans craving soccer during the international break. For English-language audiences in the United States, coverage is courtesy of CBS Sports. The American broadcaster will have coverage of each of the three games in the miniature tournament. However, none of the games will be […]
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/ 68 days agoPeacock, Paramount+ consider merger to fight ESPN/FOX/TNT
Comcast and Paramount have held discussions about potentially joining forces together. According to The Wall Street Journal, the potential joint venture would revolve around the streaming services of the two companies. The merger could eventually see Peacock and Paramount+ move under the same roof. Peacock is currently Comcast's over-the-top video streaming service. The app, according […]
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/ 77 days agoWhat's missing from the ESPN, FOX and TNT app for soccer fans
ESPN, FOX, and TNT owner WarnerBros Discovery this week announced a major joint venture to stream sports, including soccer, on one app. ESPN is the home of a litany of club competitions in Europe, including the Bundesliga and LaLiga. FOX has provided a home for international soccer on United States television. The Gold Cup, European […]
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/ 87 days agoCBS Champions League commercial nails soccer fandom in USA
CBS unveiled a commercial during the National Football League's AFC Championship that perfectly captures what it is like to watch the UEFA Champions League. At least, it perfectly captures what it is like to watch the competition for American viewers. The top international club competition in Europe has games that start around lunchtime for viewers […]
Americans Abroad
/ 126 days agoMarsch says Major League Soccer's problem is geographical
Jesse Marsch is enjoying his time away from the pitch despite interest from several clubs, including some in Major League Soccer. The former RB Leipzig and Leeds United manager was fired by the English club back in February and has taken his time looking for another coaching job. For now, the American has been contributing […]
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/ 136 days agoHow CBS Sports sees itself as a risk-taker in its soccer coverage
In three short years, CBS Sports has established itself as willing to push the envelope with its studio coverage of its various soccer properties. CBS has the UEFA Champions League, NWSL, CONCACAF internationals, and Serie A. Arguably, the broadcaster is on the cutting edge of creating content that generates conversations. In exclusive interviews, World Soccer […]
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/ 140 days agoThe strategy behind CBS Sports' success with soccer
CBS Sports has grown its soccer content in variety and scope since re-entering the soccer space in the summer of 2020. At that time, it took over broadcasting of the UEFA Champions League after Turner Sports decided it didn't want to continue televising the competition. Since then, the programming decisions CBS makes in soccer have […]
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/ 142 days agoMicah Richards interview about being himself on CBS Sports
World Soccer Talk Senior Writer Kartik Krishnaiyer sat down with Micah Richards in Miami to catch up with him about his broadcast career, and the fit with CBS Sports/Paramount+. Here's our Micah Richards interview. When CBS Sports began broadcasting UEFA Champions League matches in the summer of 2020, they introduced Micah Richards to an American […]
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/ 155 days agoParamount+ slashes prices for Black Friday sale
In honor of the annual sale holiday, Paramount+ is available at a heavily discounted price because of Black Friday. The base price for Paramount+ is $5.99. That went up in the fall of 2023, as did the subscription prices for most streaming services. However, new users can take advantage of the lower prices to watch […]
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/ 167 days agoNWSL TV deal boosts revenue but makes it harder to find games
The new four-year, four-partner TV deal for the NWSL is a game-changer for the league in more ways than one. The specifics have now been revealed for the new arrangement, set to kick off in the 2024 season. Starting next year, 118 matches throughout the season will be broadcast between four partners – CBS Sports, […]
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/ 182 days agoCBS Champions League crew back in USA: Destination Miami
The CBS Champions League coverage crew is making another trip to the United States with two days of coverage in Miami. Last season, the talented team was in New York City to cover a pair of group-stage matchdays. This year, the crew is going south, where it is a little warmer, at the end of […]
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/ 184 days agoParamount Global shake-up means potential sale of Paramount+
There is a growing chance that Paramount+ may be put up for sale. Paramount Global, the overarching company that owns Paramount+, may soon have a new owner. Shari Redstone, the media conglomerate's controlling shareholder, has been holding private talks to sell the company. There are no named buyers or firms interested in the initial report. […]