SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Dec. 7, 2024 – Deutsche Telekom has expanded its sports broadcasting portfolio with a new licensing agreement with the German Hockey Federation (DHB). This exciting partnership brings extensive live coverage of the German national hockey teams to MagentaTV and MagentaSport, including the highly anticipated 2025 home European Championships.
Hockey Fans Rejoice: A Winning Partnership
This multi-year agreement grants Telekom exclusive rights to broadcast all German men's and women's national team matches in the FIH Pro League, the 2025 EuroHockey Championships in Mönchengladbach, and the 2026 Indoor EuroHockey Championships in Heidelberg.
"We are delighted about the cooperation with the German Hockey Federation and are thus specifically expanding our live sports offering," said Arnim Butzen, TV Director of Telekom. "We have already proven in the past, for example with the award-winning coverage of the Basketball World Cup 2023 and the broadcast of all UEFA Euro 2024 matches, that we can inspire our customers and sports fans in Germany with innovative sports reporting."
DHB Excited for Expanded Reach
The DHB is equally enthusiastic about the partnership and the opportunity to bring hockey to a wider audience. "We are very pleased to have gained a strong partner in MagentaSport for the transmission of our hockey events in Germany," said Julien Keibel, Commercial Director of the DHB. "This step is the logical consequence within the framework of the DHB's event strategy. The upcoming tournaments in Germany...will be freely accessible to an even wider public thanks to the partnership. This is a strong signal for German hockey in the further popularization of our sport."
Action Starts Now: FIH Pro League
The action begins immediately with the FIH Pro League 2024/25, featuring the world's top hockey nations. MagentaSport will provide free live coverage of all 32 German matches (16 men's and 16 women's), with commentary by Basti Schwele.
The German men's team kicks off their campaign this Saturday with a classic clash against the Netherlands in Amsterdam. The German women's team will begin their Pro League journey on December 10th against Argentina.
Looking Ahead: Home Championships and Beyond
The partnership also includes comprehensive coverage of the 2025 EuroHockey Championships, taking place in Mönchengladbach from August 8th to 17th. MagentaSport will broadcast all German matches, as well as the semi-finals and finals.
In January 2026, the Indoor EuroHockey Championships will be held in Heidelberg, with MagentaSport providing free live coverage of the German men's team as they defend their European title.
Telekom: The Home of German National Teams
With the addition of hockey rights, MagentaTV solidifies its position as the go-to destination for top-tier team sports in Germany. In 2025, Telekom platforms will be the exclusive home for major tournaments featuring the German national teams in basketball, ice hockey, and hockey.
MagentaSport: A Winning Offer
MagentaSport offers an impressive lineup of live sports, with over 600 live hours by the end of the year. New customers can take advantage of a special offer: MagentaSport is free for the first 6 months with an annual subscription. This promotion is available until December 19th, 2024.
Don't miss this opportunity to experience the excitement of German hockey with MagentaTV and MagentaSport!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What hockey events will be shown on MagentaTV and MagentaSport?
MagentaTV and MagentaSport will show all German men's and women's national team matches in the FIH Pro League, the 2025 EuroHockey Championships, and the 2026 Indoor EuroHockey Championships.
2. Is the coverage free?
Yes, all hockey coverage will be available for free on MagentaTV and MagentaSport.
3. When does the FIH Pro League start?
The German men's team starts their FIH Pro League campaign on December 7th, 2024, while the women's team starts on December 10th, 2024.
4. Where will the 2025 EuroHockey Championships be held?
The 2025 EuroHockey Championships will be held in Mönchengladbach, Germany.
5. How can I subscribe to MagentaSport?
You can find more information about MagentaSport and subscribe on the Deutsche Telekom website.