Raków Częstochowa makes debut in exclusive YouTube broadcast
Raków Częstochowa will face Maltese side Valletta FC on July 23 at 18:30, and the match will be shown only on Canal Sport – the first such broadcast in Polish football history. The channel announced the decision on social media, emphasizing that it is the sole broadcaster of the fixture.
Why does this matter for the club?
After a 2‑4 loss to Fiorentina in the Conference League round of 16, Raków returns to qualifiers with a fresh goal – to progress further and boost revenue from European competitions. The Canal Sport stream aims to attract fans who previously could only watch matches on TVP or at GKS Katowice's stadium. For the board it’s also a branding opportunity online.
What do league stats tell us?
In the Ekstraklasa Raków sits 4th with 55 points after 34 games (16 wins, 7 draws, 11 losses) and is 5 points behind leaders Lech Poznań. The team has scored 51 goals and conceded 40, a +11 goal difference. The latest result was a 3‑0 win over Arka Gdynia on 2026‑05‑23, and recent form over the last five matches is 4 wins and 1 loss, giving a four‑game winning streak.
What lies ahead after the Valletta match?
A victory would set up another European opponent in the next round, raising chances of reaching the group stage. However, domestic competition is fierce – Górnik Zabrze and Jagiellonia Białystok also chase European spots. For manager Dawid Kroczek it’s a tactical test before the next PKO Ekstraklasa fixtures.
Where can fans watch the broadcast?
Canal Sport will stream the game exclusively on its YouTube channel, with no delay and Polish commentary. Previously TVP announced it would show Lech Poznań’s home qualifiers, while GKS Katowice will broadcast its own Conference League matches. Now five Polish clubs, including Raków, have a chance to reach fans online.
What does this mean for supporters?
Supporters can watch the game from home without traveling to Malta. The channel promises high‑quality video and audio, plus interactive commentary. It also offers a new way to build community around the club, especially among younger viewers who increasingly use streaming platforms.
