Lawmakers have expressed concern about possible limited access for the population.
Changes in broadcasting rights The issue has gained relevance after it was confirmed that some Concacaf tournaments will be streamed on streaming services in upcoming cycles, which would pave the way for a pay-to-watch model for the Mexican National Team. This scenario has sparked a debate on whether national sporting events should remain on free-to-air television or adapt completely to new digital subscription models.
What's next in the initiative The proposal is still under legislative discussion and must go through committees before advancing in Congress. Therefore, it is being sought that they be considered as content of public interest, which would compel their broadcast on free-to-air signal. The proposal arises in a context where the broadcasting rights of international football have begun to move towards digital platforms. If approved, it could modify the way broadcasting rights for Mexican football in international competitions are commercialized.
A legislator from the Morena party presented an initiative that seeks to compel the matches of the Mexican National Team, including those of the 2026 World Cup, to be broadcast on free-to-air television and not be exclusively on pay-per-view or streaming platforms. The proposal aims for all Mexicans to be able to watch the Tri's matches without needing to hire digital services, arguing that they are events of national interest and high social impact. According to information reported on the Infiltrados de RÉCORD program, hosted by journalist Carlos Ponce de León, the intention of the legislative bloc is to prevent the broadcasting rights of the National Team from being restricted solely to private or pay platforms. Tri matches as a public access right The initiative states that national team matches represent not only entertainment, but also an element of identity and social cohesion.
