In a significant shift for French sports broadcasting, TF1 will end Téléfoot in its current form at the start of next season. The network plans to replace it with a new Sunday morning multisport show, reflecting a strategic move to attract younger viewers and adapt to evolving viewing habits.

Téléfoot, which has been a staple of French sports television since its launch in September 1977, will air its final edition for the current season on June 14. Recent audience figures indicate a decline, with average viewership around 800,000, including a low of 679,000 on Sunday, March 22.

Despite the end of the traditional Téléfoot format, the brand will continue to exist digitally on TF1+, although the specifics of its new format are yet to be defined. This transition is part of TF1’s broader strategy to refresh its programming and engage a younger demographic.

Additionally, TF1 aims to terminate its Ligue 1 clip deal, which is valued at one million euros per year, utilizing a break clause after two seasons. The new Sunday morning show is expected to leverage the right to news, allowing up to 90 seconds of coverage per competition without incurring additional rights fees.

TF1+ has seen a surge in popularity since its launch in January 2024, boasting 38 million monthly users. This platform will likely play a crucial role in the network’s future sports offerings.

While TF1 did not secure broadcasting rights for the 2026 and 2030 World Cups, it retains rights for France’s matches outside of World Cups until 2028 and the next Euro. The new focus will shift towards rugby and basketball, including coverage of the Nations Championship in 2026 and 2028, as well as nine Six Nations games in 2026.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact format and content of the new multisport show. As TF1 navigates this transition, the impact on viewership and engagement with younger audiences remains to be seen.

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