Champions League 2025 Final Set to Break Viewership Records

The 2025 UEFA Champions League final, set to take place on May 31 at Munich’s Allianz Arena, is poised to captivate a global audience, continuing the tournament’s tradition of massive viewership.

Global Viewership Trends

Historically, the Champions League final ranks among the most-watched annual sporting events worldwide. In 2023, the final attracted approximately 450 million viewers globally, with an average live audience of about 150 million.  These figures underscore the event’s significant international appeal.

Impact of the New Format

The 2024/25 season introduced a revamped format, replacing the traditional group stage with an expanded league phase. This change has led to a surge in viewership, as more high-profile matches have drawn broader audiences.  The increased competitiveness and frequency of marquee fixtures have enhanced the tournament’s global reach.

Regional Broadcast Highlights

• Spain: The 2024/25 final will be broadcast free-to-air on La 1 de TVE, in addition to Movistar+, ensuring widespread accessibility. The previous final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund garnered an average of over 6 million viewers in Spain, with a peak audience exceeding 10 million. 

• United States: CBS and Paramount+ have reported record-breaking viewership for Champions League matches, with the 2022-23 season being the most-watched ever on CBS’s English-language channel. The final’s peak audience on Paramount+ reached 2.6 million viewers, marking it as the most-streamed football game on the platform. 

Anticipated Viewership for 2025 Final

Given the upward trajectory in global viewership and the heightened interest stemming from the new tournament format, the 2025 final is expected to match or surpass previous records. With the final featuring top-tier clubs and being accessible through various broadcasting platforms, both traditional and digital, the event is set to reinforce its status as a premier global sporting spectacle.