Streaming platform VETO has acquired the rights to stream the SAFF Championship 2026, which kicks off on November 5 and concludes on November 17. The deal strengthens the platform’s push into live sports and gives football fans across the country a new tournament to follow.
Six teams will compete, divided into two groups. Group A comprises India, Pakistan and the Maldives, while Group B features Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. The most anticipated fixture comes right at the start, with India facing Pakistan on November 5 at 3 PM IST. The tournament will wrap up with the final on November 17.
Ritu Dhawan, managing director, VETO, noted that live sports have a unique ability to bring audiences together, and that clashes like India vs Pakistan spark enormous excitement among fans. She said that with the SAFF Championship 2026 now part of its portfolio, VETO aims to bring more international sporting action to Indian households through a subscription-free viewing experience.
The tournament adds to VETO’s existing live sports lineup, which covers cricket, football, weightlifting and tennis. According to the platform, its sports offering now spans more than 300 hours of live content, reflecting its growing focus on giving viewers easy access to marquee sporting moments.
