Friday 4 May 2012

Premier League announces more matches to be broadcast

In recent research (2012) "Live broadcasting, gate revenue, and football club performance: some evidence" I made a case for the Premier League to allow more games to be broadcast live on television. See link for article and findings. The research received some media interest (and debate) that started with an article in The Daily Mail before others.

Today the Premier League announces a 40% uplift of games to be broadcast live for the coming auction, shown on the BBC amongst others. Instantly there is talk of increased competition from broadcasters to purchase these rights and more money for clubs. The resulting impact on fans (customers), the clubs and broadcasters will be observed. An intriguing story is starting to unfold...

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