| RTL Television will exclusively broadcast up to 18 matches from the FIFA World Cup 2010 on German free-to-air TV. After successful negotiations with Premiere, nine top games are currently guaranteed - six preliminary round matches, two games in the Round of 16 and a quarterfinal match. RTL Television has the option rights for nine more games. The TV contract also gives exclusive broadcasting rights for 18 games in the Austrian transmission area. The deal ensures RTL Television is staying on the ball for its audience during the first World Cup on the African continent, following their successful coverage of the 2006 World Cup.
Anke Schäferkordt, CEO of RTL Television: "We are delighted to have secured this World Cup package. The football euphoria in our country during the European Championships has shown the enormous importance of football for the viewers. Great sport, with Formula 1, major boxing matches, the 2009 Handball World Cup and the FIFA World Cup 2010, also has a firm place in RTL Television’s future programming."
RTL Sport Director Manfred Loppe: "South Africa is going to be one of the biggest football adventures for all concerned. We are very happy to be at this major sporting event and to be allowed to play our part in making the FIFA World Cup 2010 another unforgettable football experience."
RTL Television, Germany
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