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Women In Film & Television Awards 2024 in Partnership with Sky

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BBC Sport and ITV have agreed a deal for live coverage of the FIFA World Cups in 2026 and 2030 across TV, audio and digital platforms.

BBC and ITV confirm rights deal for FIFA World Cup 2026 and 2030

The Premier League is to launch its own in-house media production and distribution operation

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