The Latin America, Middle East and Africa Sports Streaming Platform Market is expected to witness market growth of 13.7% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031).
The Brazil market dominated the LAMEA Sports Streaming Platform Market by country in 2023, and is expected to continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $1.80 billion by 2031. The Argentina market is showcasing a CAGR of 14.2% during 2024-2031. Additionally, the UAE market would register a CAGR of 12.3% during 2024-2031.
Other platforms have adopted similar approaches across various markets. beIN Sports offers sports content in Arabic, English, and French across the MENA region, while DAZN Japan streams local leagues like the J.League and NPB in Japanese, reinforcing its dominance. In Europe, Eleven Sports (now part of DAZN in many markets) localizes content for Portugal, Poland, and Belgium with native commentary.
The consumption of sports content is being transformed by the increasing influence of Millennials and Gen Z, who are also referred to as digital natives. Unlike older generations who relied on traditional TV, younger viewers prefer on-demand, mobile-first streaming platforms that offer flexibility and interactivity.
The LAMEA region - comprising Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa - is emerging as one of the most exciting and diverse growth frontiers for the sports streaming platform market. Brazil, the spiritual home of football, is witnessing a massive shift in how its sports-obsessed population consumes content. The country boasts a rich history of producing legendary players like Pelé, Zico, Romário, Ronaldo, and, more recently, Neymar. Brazil's national team, affectionately called "Seleção," has won the FIFA World Cup a record five times, fostering immense national pride. Domestic competitions such as the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A draw massive audiences, with clubs like Flamengo, Corinthians, and São Paulo enjoying widespread support. In Saudi Arabia, the rise of sports streaming platforms aligns directly with the country’s ambitious Vision 2030, including a strong push toward digital transformation and the growth of the entertainment sector. The government's recent investments in international sports events - such as acquiring top football talent for the Saudi Pro League and hosting global boxing and Formula 1 events - have dramatically boosted digital demand. Together, these developments are crafting a dynamic and highly diversified sports streaming ecosystem that is growing and setting the stage for long-term innovation and audience engagement across the region.
The Brazil market dominated the LAMEA Sports Streaming Platform Market by country in 2023, and is expected to continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $1.80 billion by 2031. The Argentina market is showcasing a CAGR of 14.2% during 2024-2031. Additionally, the UAE market would register a CAGR of 12.3% during 2024-2031.
Other platforms have adopted similar approaches across various markets. beIN Sports offers sports content in Arabic, English, and French across the MENA region, while DAZN Japan streams local leagues like the J.League and NPB in Japanese, reinforcing its dominance. In Europe, Eleven Sports (now part of DAZN in many markets) localizes content for Portugal, Poland, and Belgium with native commentary.
The consumption of sports content is being transformed by the increasing influence of Millennials and Gen Z, who are also referred to as digital natives. Unlike older generations who relied on traditional TV, younger viewers prefer on-demand, mobile-first streaming platforms that offer flexibility and interactivity.
The LAMEA region - comprising Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa - is emerging as one of the most exciting and diverse growth frontiers for the sports streaming platform market. Brazil, the spiritual home of football, is witnessing a massive shift in how its sports-obsessed population consumes content. The country boasts a rich history of producing legendary players like Pelé, Zico, Romário, Ronaldo, and, more recently, Neymar. Brazil's national team, affectionately called "Seleção," has won the FIFA World Cup a record five times, fostering immense national pride. Domestic competitions such as the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A draw massive audiences, with clubs like Flamengo, Corinthians, and São Paulo enjoying widespread support. In Saudi Arabia, the rise of sports streaming platforms aligns directly with the country’s ambitious Vision 2030, including a strong push toward digital transformation and the growth of the entertainment sector. The government's recent investments in international sports events - such as acquiring top football talent for the Saudi Pro League and hosting global boxing and Formula 1 events - have dramatically boosted digital demand. Together, these developments are crafting a dynamic and highly diversified sports streaming ecosystem that is growing and setting the stage for long-term innovation and audience engagement across the region.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Google LLC (Youtube, LLC)
- Culver Max Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. (Sony Pictures Networks India Private Limited) (Sony Corporation)
- com, Inc.
- Hulu, LLC (The Walt Disney Company)
- DAZN Limited
- FuboTV Inc.
- Peacock TV, LLC (NBCUniversal Media, LLC)
- Paramount Plus
- Apple, Inc. (Apple TV)
- beIN Media Group
Market Report Segmentation
By Device Type
- Smartphones & Tablets
- Smart TVs & Set-top Boxes
- PCs & Laptops
By Sport Type
- Football/Soccer
- Basketball
- Cricket
- Tennis
- Baseball
- Other Sport Type
By Country
- Brazil
- Argentina
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Nigeria
- Rest of LAMEA
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
Chapter 3. Market Overview
Chapter 4. Competition Analysis - Global
Chapter 5. LAMEA Sports Streaming Platform Market by Device Type
Chapter 6. LAMEA Sports Streaming Platform Market by Sport Type
Chapter 7. LAMEA Sports Streaming Platform Market by Country
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
