Colombo, Sri Lanka - 03 rd June 2026: SLT-MOBITEL PEOTV, Sri Lanka’s pioneering Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) service provider and leading digital entertainment platform, announced a landmark partnership with Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), securing the exclusive media broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Sri Lanka.
The strategic partnership marks one of the most significant sports media acquisitions in the country’s broadcasting landscape, granting SLT-MOBITEL PEOTV exclusive rights to deliver everymatch of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ to audiences across Sri Lanka. Through PEOTV, PEO MOBILE, and digital platforms, football fans nationwide will have unparalleled access to the world’s mostprestigious sporting event, ensuring they experience every moment of the tournament live, from the opening match to the final championship.
The acquisition of FIFA World Cup 2026™ rights represents another significant milestone in SLT-MOBITEL PEOTV’s continued investment in premium sports broadcasting. Over the years, PEOTV has built a strong reputation for delivering major international sporting events, offering customers reliable, high-quality coverage and enhanced viewing experiences through advanced IPTV technology.
Viewers will enjoy the tournament in true High Definition (HD), delivering exceptional picture quality and an immersive viewing experience. Whether watching from home through PEOTV, on the move via PEO MOBILE, or through digital access points, fans can follow every defining goal and unforgettable celebration throughout the competition.
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is set to make history as the largest edition of the tournament ever staged, with 104 matches featuring 48 nations competing across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Expected to captivate billions of viewers worldwide, the tournament represents the pinnacle of international football and stands among the most celebrated sporting events on the global calendar.
ASLT-MOBITEL PEOTVSLT-MOBITEL PEOTV is Sri Lanka’s pioneering IPTV platform, offering a diverse range of entertainment, sports, educational, lifestyle, and on-demand content through cutting-edge digital television technology. As the country's leading IPTV service provider, PEOTV continues to redefine home entertainment through innovation, superior content offerings, and multi-platform accessibility.
About FIFA
FIFA is committed to making football truly global, accessible, and inclusive while driving thedevelopment of the game at every level. Through its competitions, development programmes, and strategic initiatives, FIFA inspires billions of fans and unites nations through the power of football.
The FIFA World Cup™ remains the pinnacle of international football and one of the most watched sporting events globally, bringing together the world's best national teams in a celebration of sporting excellence, passion, and cultural unity.
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