New Delhi: WAVES OTT, India’s public service streaming platform from Prasar Bharati, is bringing football fans a double treat with the exclusive live broadcast of two premier German football competitions – the DFB-Pokal 2025/26, Germany’s iconic men’s knockout tournament, and the Bundesliga Women 2025/26, one of the most competitive women’s football leagues globally.
This marks the first-ever broadcast of elite German football by India’s public broadcaster, offering free access to top-tier European football for audiences across the country. Every match will be aired live on DD Sports (Free-to-Air), digitally streamed on the WAVES OTT app, and extensively covered across Prasar Bharati’s national and regional social media platforms.
The DFB-Pokal 2025/26 kicks off on Friday, August 15, with two thrilling fixtures – FC Gütersloh vs 1. FC Union Berlin and SG Sonnenhof Großaspach vs Bayer 04 Leverkusen – both starting at 21:30 IST. Known for its intense knockout format, the DFB-Pokal pits Bundesliga heavyweights against lower-division underdogs, promising high-octane action from day one.
The Bundesliga Women 2025/26 begins on Friday, September 5, as Eintracht Frankfurt hosts SGS Essen at 22:00 IST. The league is renowned for its pace, technical brilliance, and world-class players, making it one of the most exciting women’s football competitions in the world.
Speaking on the announcement, Gaurav Dwivedi, CEO, Prasar Bharati, said: “We are delighted to bring Indian audiences exclusive access to two of Germany’s most exciting football tournaments. WAVES OTT is committed to showcasing the best whether it’s sports, entertainment, or edutainment on one accessible, inclusive platform. These tournaments are a fantastic addition to our growing sports offering.”
The collaboration aims to inspire the next generation of Indian players and strengthen cultural ties between India and Germany by showcasing elite-level football to a wider audience.
Fans can catch all matches live and free on DD Sports, the WAVES OTT app (available on Android, iOS, web, and smart TVs), and Prasar Bharati’s official social media handles. Full match replays and extended highlights will also be available on-demand.
