Spain’s war on football piracy is breaking the internet
Spain has intensified its crackdown on illegal football streaming by targeting piracy websites that broadcast LaLiga matches. The government and football authorities have secured court orders to block domains and IP addresses, causing widespread internet filtering and some collateral disruption to legitimate services. Officials argue the measures will protect revenue and promote legal viewing, while critics raise concerns about overreach and freedom of expression.
- ▪Spanish courts have issued injunctions to block dozens of websites accused of streaming football matches without permission.
- ▪The blocking orders have resulted in broad internet filtering that unintentionally affected unrelated sites and services.
- ▪LaLiga and the Spanish government claim the anti‑piracy campaign will safeguard broadcasting revenues and encourage legal streaming options.
- ▪Civil liberties groups have warned that the measures could infringe on freedom of expression and set a precedent for extensive online censorship.
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