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BT Sport extends Bundesliga rights deal

BT Sport signs a new two-year deal with the Bundesliga to broadcast games from the German top flight until 2017.

BT Sport have announced that they have agreed a new two-year deal to continue broadcasting Bundesliga matches in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

The new contract, which comes into force from September 2015, will allow the network to show around 115 matches from the German top flight, as well as games from the DFL Supercup, plus preview and highlight shows.

Head of BT Sport, Simon Green, said in a statement: "We are really thrilled that we will continue to be the home of Bundesliga for the next three seasons until 2017.

"Our viewers have loved the opportunity to watch live matches involving some of the most outstanding teams in Europe and pitting charismatic managers like Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp against each other.

"I am delighted that the Bundesliga recognised that BT Sport has made a big commitment to German football and will continue to promote and foster the league for UK sports lovers in the future."

According to BT Sport, viewing figures for the Bundesliga have increased by 70% this season.

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