Irish FA agrees new five-year broadcast deal with BBC Sport NI
Irish League fans will be able to enjoy 30 live streamed Danske Bank Premiership matches and eight live games on TV each season as part of a new deal between...
www.irishfa.comHere’s the latest on BBC Sport NI (as of May 2026):
- BBC Sport NI continues to be a key broadcaster for Northern Ireland football, with live-streamed NIFL Premiership matches and Irish Cup coverage through BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport NI website. This arrangement has been longstanding and has evolved to include more live games and regular updates across BBC platforms.[2][6]
- Recent reports and fan-focused coverage highlight ongoing partnerships between BBC Sport NI and the Northern Ireland Football League to extend live game access, including live streaming of various rounds of the Irish Cup and Premiership fixtures.[4][2]
- In 2025, outlets noted Coleraine and other clubs featuring prominently in BBC Sport NI’s live-game selections, reflecting continued emphasis on high-profile matches and key derbies in the Sports Direct Premiership.[3]
- For the latest, most specific fixture-by-fixture lists (including which games are live and on what dates), BBC Sport NI’s football section and the NIFL announcements are the best sources to check, as they publish updated live-match schedules and streaming info.[6][7]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current live-match schedule and summarize upcoming broadcasts for your preferred teams or dates. I can also show you how to bookmark the BBC Sport NI live schedule for quick access.
Citations:
- BBC Sport NI live football coverage and streaming details.[6]
- Recent coverage of live Premiership matches and scheduling updates.[2]
- Reports on club coverage and live selections (e.g., Coleraine).[3]
- Latest live-match confirmations and scheduling (Sept 2024–Oct 2024 window).[4]