Twitch streamer xQc received a 24-48 hour suspension from the platform after displaying a brief, five-second highlight of Kylian Mbappé during a France versus Iraq World Cup match. The suspension resulted from a Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) claim filed by FIFA. Reports from Dexerto and Sportskeeda, alongside discussions on Reddit, corroborate xQc’s explanation regarding the copyright issue. FIFA is actively enforcing its copyright over World Cup footage, impacting streamers who share match highlights. This incident highlights the increasing scrutiny of content creators regarding sports broadcasting rights. The temporary ban underscores the challenges streamers face navigating copyright law when utilizing professional sports content. It also demonstrates FIFA’s proactive stance on protecting its intellectual property.
