Facebook adds NRL and AFL content deals to its Watch streaming video platform

June 13, 2019 10:51

Social media giant Facebook has announced global partnerships with the National Rugby League and Australian Football League to showcase the two codes on its video platform, Facebook Watch.

The deals come two days after Facebook signed a content agreement with Seven Studios and as the social media service looks to extend its relationship with Cricket Australia which last season saw 36 of the Women’s Big Bash League live-streamed on the platform.

The NRL and AFL join Cricket Australia in having content deals with Facebook Watch

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Paul Wallbank

Paul Wallbank was news editor at Mumbrella between June 2017 and June 2019. Previously he's covered business and technology issues for outlets ranging from The Australian and Sydney Morning Herald to the ABC and Business Spectator.

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