The Campeonato Brasileiro 2025 kicks off this Saturday, March 29, marking a significant shift in how fans will watch the Brazilian football league. This season is notable not only for its thrilling matchups but also for the new broadcasting rights structure established under the Lei do Mandante, which allows clubs to negotiate their own media deals.
In a groundbreaking move, the league is divided into two separate entities: the Libra and Liga Forte União (LFU). Each league has negotiated its transmission rights independently, leading to a more varied viewing experience for fans. The Grupo Globo, which includes TV Globo, SporTV, and Premiere, will air nine matches per round, with eight being exclusive to their channels. Meanwhile, Record and CazéTV will share one match across their platforms, ensuring that fans have multiple options for viewing.
As the excitement builds for the opening weekend, fans are eager to know where they can catch their favorite teams in action. On Saturday, March 29, the schedule is packed with enticing matchups. At 18:30, Cruzeiro will face Mirassol exclusively on Prime Video, while Grêmio takes on Atlético-MG, Fortaleza battles Fluminense, Juventude meets Vitória, and São Paulo goes head-to-head with Sport, all available on Premiere. The day wraps up with a high-stakes clash between Flamengo and Internacional, also on Sportv and Premiere at 21:00.
Sunday, March 30, continues the excitement with Palmeiras squaring off against Botafogo at 16:00 on Globo and Premiere, followed by Vasco's match against Santos at 18:30 on Record, CazéTV, and Premiere. The weekend culminates with Bahia facing Corinthians at 20:00 on Premiere. Fans should also mark their calendars for Monday, March 31, when Red Bull Bragantino hosts Ceará at 20:00, the only match outside the weekend schedule.
This year, the current champions, Botafogo, will defend their title after a thrilling victory last season, finishing with 79 points. Under the guidance of Artur Jorge, they clinched the championship in a nail-biting final round. As the new season begins, the pressure is on for them to maintain their status at the top.
With the new broadcasting arrangements, fans will need to navigate their subscription options carefully to ensure they don’t miss any action. To watch all matches, a combination of services is necessary. The Prime Video subscription costs R$ 19.90 per month, or R$ 166.80 annually, with the option to pay in 12 installments. For those looking for an ad-free experience, a premium plan is available for R$ 29.90.
On the other hand, the Premiere service, which guarantees coverage of nine matches each round, offers a basic plan for R$ 29.90 per month. A joint subscription with Globoplay raises the monthly cost to R$ 36.90, while a premium plan without ads is available for R$ 44.90. Notably, subscribing to Premiere through Prime Video costs R$ 59.90 per month.
For fans who want to catch some games for free, Record will broadcast one match per round on open television, ensuring accessibility for everyone. The matches on Record are scheduled for Sundays at 18:30, while TV Globo will show its games on Sundays at 16:00. Additionally, Record will air matches on Wednesdays at 20:00, with Globo following up at 21:30.
The opening weekend promises to be a thrilling start to the Brasileirão 2025, with fans eager to see how their teams perform under the new broadcasting landscape. As the matches unfold, the excitement of live football will once again captivate audiences across Brazil.
As the league embarks on this new journey, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for updates and highlights throughout the season. With a robust lineup of matches and innovative viewing options, the Brasileirão 2025 is set to deliver unforgettable moments and fierce competition.
