DAZN and TVU transform FIFA Club WC coverage with cloud workflow
DAZN, the global sports entertainment platform, partnered with TVU Networks to power a fully cloud-based production and distribution system for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, transforming how live sports are delivered to global audiences. This year's tournament, hosted across major stadiums in the United States, marked the debut of the Club World Cup's expanded format featuring 32 top football clubs from around the world. Over the course of a month, the event united fans from all continents in a celebration of elite football.
Through the use of TVU Networks' advanced cloud technology, DAZN connected production teams across nine countries in Europe, Asia and the Americas. This enabled seamless real-time coordination and remote management without the need for large on-site crews. Key to this setup was TVU MediaHub, which made all 32 TVU RPS One transmitters available instantly for global broadcast, allowing pivotal moments, from high-stakes goals in Los Angeles to dramatic saves in Miami, to reach regional networks worldwide with exceptional speed and efficiency.
Centralising operations in the cloud allowed DAZN to streamline complex international workflows, reduce logistical burdens and accelerate content delivery while minimising environmental impact. The result was a more agile, sustainable and globally synchronised production model.
This collaboration between DAZN and TVU Networks not only ensured top-tier coverage of the tournament but also set a new benchmark for the future of live sports broadcasting. By embracing cloud infrastructure, the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup demonstrated how cutting-edge technology can enhance viewer experience and redefine global event production.
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