WAVES OTT, India’s public service streaming platform from Prasar Bharati, is set to bring football fans a double treat with the exclusive live broadcast of two major German competitions – the DFB-Pokal 2025/26, Germany’s iconic men’s knockout tournament, and the Bundesliga Women 2025/26, one of the world’s most competitive women’s football leagues. This marks the first-ever broadcast of elite German football by India’s public broadcaster, offering free access to top-tier European football for Indian audiences.
Every match will be broadcasted live on DD Sports (Free-to-Air), digitally streamed on the WAVES OTT app, and covered extensively on Prasar Bharati’s national and regional social media platforms.
The DFB-Pokal 2025/26 kicks off on Friday, August 15, with a thrilling opening day as FC Gütersloh takes on 1. FC Union Berlin, and SG Sonnenhof Großaspach faces Bundesliga powerhouse Bayer 04 Leverkusen, both matches starting at 21:30 IST. As Germany’s premier knockout cup competition, the DFB-Pokal features both Bundesliga heavyweights and lower-division underdogs clashing in a high-stakes format that promises intense action from the very first whistle.
Next up, the Bundesliga Women 2025/26 begins on Friday, September 5, with Eintracht Frankfurt hosting SGS Essen at 22:00 IST. Renowned for its pace, technical brilliance, and world-class talent, the Women’s Bundesliga showcases the very best of European women’s football.
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.”
This collaboration aims to inspire the next generation of Indian players and strengthen cultural ties between India and Germany by bringing elite-level football to a wider audience.
Viewers can watch all matches live and free on DD Sports, the WAVES OTT app (available on Android, iOS, web, and smart TVs), and on Prasar Bharati’s official social media handles, with full match replays and extended highlights available on-demand.
