When Snitches Earn Euros: La Liga's Bold Move Against Unlicensed Streams
28 January 2026
Policy at a Glance
In a bid to strengthen its fight against piracy, La Liga announced a financial reward system of up to 50 euros (about 59 dollars) for every verified report against any bar, restaurant, or betting shop showing league matches without an official license.
How it Works
La Liga clarified in a formal statement that affected venues must purchase the LaLiga Bares package for legal streaming, with a distinctive on-screen emblem: a B for bars and restaurants, or an A for betting shops.
The statement added that absence of the emblem clearly signals unauthorized broadcasting, prompting reports.
The page explains that visitors to the official La Liga site can fill a quick form and attach screenshots or clips as proof.
After a technical review by a specialized team, the reward is granted if the report is validated; an anonymous reporting option is also available.
The program fits La Liga broader strategy to curb audiovisual fraud across European leagues, aiming to protect venues compliant with the law and official rights, while urging fans to cooperate responsibly.
Punchline: Snitches get euros; fans get fair play and the rest is drama with subtitles.
Punchline 2: If reporting streams were Olympic, La Liga would medal in the streaming lane.
