Disney and YouTube TV have reportedly struck a deal to end their bitter feud and restore major sports channels to 10 million viewers.

Disney, which owns ABC and ESPN’s array of networks, had failed to agree on a new distribution contract with YouTube. That led to a blackout and sparked a standoff that was about to enter its third weekend.

But,according to CNBC reporter Alex Shermana deal has now been agreed after crunch talks on Friday night.

Disney said in a statement: ‘As part of the new deal, Disney’s full suite of networks and stations – including ESPN and ABC – have already begin to be restored to YouTube TV subscribers.’

Now a resolution has been found, viewers should be able to enjoy a full slate of college football action this weekend as well as the NFL’s Monday Night Football game between the Dallas Cowboys and vegas Raiders.

The entertainment conglomerate had claimed YouTube wasn’t paying fair value for ESPN and ABC, while the website argued in response that Disney’s demands would lead to higher prices and fewer options for customers.

YouTube TV even offered a $20 credit to its 10 million subscribers since ESPN and ABC left its platform on October 30.

YouTube commented: ‘We’re happy to share that we’ve reached an agreement with Disney that preserves the value of our service for our subscribers and future flexibility in our offers.

‘Subscribers should see channels including ABC, ESPN and FX returning to their service over the course of the day, as well as any recordings that were previously in their Library. We apologize for the disruption and appreciate our subscribers’ patience as we negotiated on their behalf.’

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Relief for 10 million sports fans as Disney and YouTube TV finally agree deal to end bitter feud