Vivendi Universal's Canal+ Group has paid out a record 1.8billion euros for exclusive broadcast rights to French League 1 championship matches, according to UK newspaper the Financial Times.
The deal is from the beginning of the 2005 season and will run for three consecutive seasons.
A statement on behalf of Vivendi Universal said “more than ever before, Canal+ Group consolidates its position as the unrivalled leader in pay-TV in France, by reinforcing its twin strengths: sports and films".
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