Deadline·2025-07-28 14:52Group 1 - Fubo has accelerated the timeline for closing its sale to Disney, now expecting the transaction to close in Q4 2025 or Q1 2026, pending regulatory approval and shareholder consent [1] - The previous expectation for the deal's closure was in the first half of 2026 [1] - Disney agreed to combine its Hulu + Live TV with Fubo, becoming the majority owner of the combined entity amidst a legal dispute over a proposed sports streaming joint venture [2][3] Group 2 - Post-closing, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV will remain separate offerings, with Hulu + Live TV available in the Hulu app and as part of a bundle with Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+ [4] - Fubo will continue to operate through its own app and has the right to launch a new Sports & Broadcast service featuring Disney's networks [4] - The new Fubo will be managed by the current team led by CEO David Gandler, with Disney owning 70% of the company [5]