STARZPLAY has renewed exclusive rights to stream Italy’s Serie A across the Middle East and North Africa for the 2025–26 season. Matches stream live and on‑demand with Arabic and English commentary, plus replays, highlights and studio analysis. The season begins on August 23, 2025. Viewers in the UAE can watch at Gulf Standard Time.
What’s been agreed
STARZPLAY holds exclusive broadcast rights to Serie A across MENA for the 2025–26 season. The deal keeps Italy’s top league on the platform.
- Exclusive rights across MENA
- Season: 2025–26
- Live and on‑demand coverage
- Arabic and English commentary
The renewal means every week’s key fixtures are in one place. Exclusive in MENA means Serie A streams are available on STARZPLAY, rather than being split across multiple regional platforms. For fans, this removes guesswork on matchdays and keeps pre-match build-up, live action, and post-match analysis under one roof.
Coverage and features
The platform offers a comprehensive viewing package. It goes beyond live matches.
- Full‑match replays and highlights
- Expert analysis shows
- Dual‑language commentary
- On‑demand access after live broadcasts
If you miss kick‑off, you can catch up with replays and highlight packages. Studio analysis adds shape to the weekend, focusing on tactics, key moments, and player trends. Commentary in Arabic and English supports mixed-language households and attracts a broader audience across the region.
How to watch in the UAE and MENA
Streaming is available on major screens and devices with support for HD and 4K. Mobile apps support offline viewing for when Wi‑Fi is not an option.
- Works on smart TVs, gaming consoles and IPTV services
- iOS and Android apps with offline viewing
- HD and 4K streaming was available
- Sign‑up: www.starzplay.com
Access is straightforward: open the STARZPLAY app on your TV or phone and sign in. Match listings follow Gulf Standard Time in the UAE. For anyone watching across the MENA region, regional coverage means you don’t need workarounds to keep up with the league while travelling within supported countries.
Why it matters for fans here
Keeping Serie A on STARZPLAY simplifies where to watch. Less platform hopping, more football.
- One destination for Italian football in MENA
- Consistent Arabic and English coverage
- Regular weekend scheduling aligned with local time zones
- Part of a wider sports line‑up on the same app
For regular viewers, having one home for the league cuts friction. You can start a match on TV and switch to mobile without changing platforms. Arabic and English commentary options make sharing a screen easier for families and friends. Weekend scheduling aligns with Gulf Time, making it easier to plan around late fixtures.
Sports on STARZPLAY beyond Serie A
The platform also streams other competitions. It’s building a broader sports offering in the same interface.
- UFC and PFL
- AFC Asian Cup events
- Professional golf
- Dutch Eredivisie
- Cricket, rugby, boxing and basketball
For fans who track more than one sport, keeping these competitions in the same app helps reduce switching. If you only care about Serie A, the extra sports are there but do not crowd the interface.
FAQs
Is Serie A exclusive to STARZPLAY in MENA for 2025–26?
Yes. STARZPLAY has renewed exclusive rights for the 2025–26 season across MENA.
When does the 2025–26 Serie A season start on STARZPLAY?
The season starts on 23 August 2025, with live coverage and on‑demand replays after each match.
Which devices can I use to watch in the UAE?
Smart TVs, gaming consoles and IPTV services are supported, along with iOS and Android apps. Streaming is available in HD and 4K, where offered, and mobile apps support offline viewing.
