Observed Signal · Oct 13, 2026 · Research Release · Source: AdExchanger · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Advertisers Need Smarter Ways to Reach Live Sports Streaming Audiences
New research from Premion and Advertiser Perceptions reveals that 73% of advertisers plan to allocate budget to live sports streaming and CTV over the next 6-12 months, with agencies even higher at 79%. Key draws include reaching engaged sports fans (61%) and major live events (52%). However, significant barriers remain: cost (44%), performance measurement challenges (41%), transparency (35%), buying complexity (34%), and access to premium inventory (34%). Despite these obstacles, only 23% find it challenging to reach sports audiences at scale, indicating the audience is available but access and measurement need improvement. The article suggests three strategies: measuring what matters in local markets, simplifying the buying process through curated inventory, and adopting a total TV approach that follows the fan across linear and streaming. These insights are crucial for local and regional advertisers looking to capitalize on live sports streaming opportunities.
The article presents survey data on advertiser interest in live sports streaming, highlighting barriers and strategies. While relevant to CTV advertising, it is not a major industry event; it is a content studio piece with analytical insights.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- 73% of advertisers plan to allocate budget to live sports streaming and CTV over the next 6-12 months.
- 79% of agencies plan to allocate budget to live sports streaming and CTV.
- Cost is the biggest barrier to greater investment (44%).
- 57% of advertisers prioritize audience delivery and geographic reporting down to the local level.
- Only 23% say it's challenging to reach sports audiences at sufficient scale.
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From Kickoff to Goal: Live Sports' Power for Brands
This sponsored analysis explains how live sports streaming in Germany has become a mainstream advertising environment that combines high attention, emotional engagement and measurable outcomes. Citing a Magnite study, the article reports that a majority of viewers now stream live events and that live moments increase ad attention and brand recall. Connected TV (CTV) is the dominant device for live sports, while multi‑screen viewing (second‑screen use, shopping) amplifies reach and response. The piece argues that live sport uniquely blends broad household reach with streaming’s targeting and measurement, creating opportunities for both branding and performance. It also points to tools such as Magnite’s Live Scheduler to help advertisers plan around major live events and cultural touchpoints.
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