Major new TV deal between SPFL and Sky – Rangers free to sell “all home games”
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A major agreement has been confirmed betweeen the SPFL and Sky.
Due to ongoing uncertainty as to when fans can return and the need for clubs to start on seson ticket renewals, some clarity has been provided.
Like this season, online ‘season passes’ will be available for season ticket holders with pay per view up for grabs on a game by game basis, for those games not televised live by Sky.
SPFL Premiership clubs will be able to broadcast all 228 matches to season ticket holders after a major new deal was struck between the league and broadcaster Sky Sports for next season.
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“SPFL Premiership clubs will be able to broadcast all 228 matches to season ticket holders after a major new deal was struck between the league and broadcaster Sky Sports for next season.”
“As was the case this season, all SPFL clubs will be allowed to make available ‘season passes’ of their home matches, to season ticket holders, through online club channels.”
“In addition, all clubs will be allowed to sell any home game not broadcast live by Sky, on a pay-per-view basis next season.”
“With discussions still ongoing between football authorities and the Scottish Government to allow supporters to attend matches in person, the new deal for season 2021/22 season gives certainty to fans and clubs alike on the ability to watch games live on TV.”
This move will be welcomed by the clubs and is likely to get cautious approval from the fans, desperate for a return to the stadiums.
It is effectively a backstop, the next best thing in these uncertain times.