RMC Sport
The sports news arm of the BFM and RMC group covering football, rugby and live events.
RMC Sport at a glance
RMC Sport is a sports website and one of the most visited sites in France, currently ranked #119 in the country. It was founded in 2018 by Altice and is headquartered in Paris, France. Today RMC Sport is owned by Altice France. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 35 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through digital advertising, subscriptions. Its closest rivals include lequipe.fr, eurosport.fr, footmercato.net.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 32.9 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 33.9 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 35 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 37.1 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct45%
- Organic search30%
- Social16%
- Referral6%
- Paid3%
Audience & demographics
- Men74%
- Women26%
- Age 18-2427%
- Age 25-3431%
- Age 35-4422%
The audience is concentrated in France, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- France86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 10.5 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- France
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| rmc sport | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| live scores | Top 10 | High | — |
| match results | Top 10 | High | — |
| league table | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the France web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 83% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading sports apps in France
Company information
- Website
- rmcsport.bfmtv.com
- Sector
- Sports
- Owner
- Altice France
- Owner type
- Private company
- Founders
- Altice
- Founded
- 2018
- Headquarters
- Paris, France
- Employees
- 300+
- Ownership
- Altice France controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- ≈ $120 million annual revenue (est.)
- Languages
- French
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, social
Financials
- Revenue
- ≈ $120 million annual revenue (est.)
- Ownership
- Private company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
RMC Sport operates a sports media platform focused on France. The sports news arm of the BFM and RMC group covering football, rugby and live events. Revenue comes mainly from digital advertising, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Digital advertising
- Subscriptions
Products & services
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International presence
- Primary market
- France
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (France)
- #119 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading sports site in France
- Global rank
- 3000
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| lequipe.fr | ≈ 21 million / month | #120 class competitor | — |
| eurosport.fr | ≈ 15.7 million / month | #121 class competitor | — |
| footmercato.net | ≈ 10.5 million / month | #122 class competitor | — |
What is RMC Sport?
RMC Sport (rmcsport.bfmtv.com) is a sports media platform serving users in France. The sports news arm of the BFM and RMC group covering football, rugby and live events. It ranks #119 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the sports category.
Who owns RMC Sport?
The site is operated by Altice France, founded by Altice. The company was established in 2018 and is headquartered in Paris, France. It employs around 300+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place RMC Sport at roughly 35 million visits per month, about 1.2 million per day. Around 83% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 4.8 pages per visit with an average session of 5 min.
How RMC Sport makes money
Revenue comes primarily from digital advertising, alongside subscriptions.
Competitors in France
Its closest rivals include lequipe.fr, eurosport.fr, footmercato.net.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 2018
RMC Sport is founded in Paris, France.
- Growth phase
Expands its sports offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #119 among the most visited websites in France.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Live scores and fast match reporting
- Deep coverage of national leagues
- Free access to most content
- Strong mobile and app experience
Cons
- Ad-heavy match pages
- Betting advertising throughout
- Rumour-driven transfer coverage
- Video rights limit highlights
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns RMC Sport?
RMC Sport is operated by Altice France. Private company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is RMC Sport headquartered?
RMC Sport is headquartered in Paris, France.
When was RMC Sport founded?
RMC Sport was founded in 2018 by Altice.
How many employees does RMC Sport have?
RMC Sport employs approximately 300+ people.
What is RMC Sport's revenue?
RMC Sport's revenue: ≈ $120 million annual revenue (est.).
Who are RMC Sport's competitors?
Main competitors in France include lequipe.fr, eurosport.fr, footmercato.net.
How does RMC Sport make money?
Mainly digital advertising, subscriptions.
Is RMC Sport publicly traded?
No — RMC Sport is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by Altice France.
How many visitors does RMC Sport get?
Third-party estimates place RMC Sport at roughly 35 million visits per month, mostly from France, with 83% mobile traffic.
Is RMC Sport safe?
RMC Sport is an established sports site founded in 2018 and ranked #119 in France; use the official domain rmcsport.bfmtv.com and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsrmcsport.bfmtv.com
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageFrance and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos