Popular PayTv operator has officially acquired the right to broadcast Europa League matches in Africa from 2018 till 2021 when the deal runs out. Is Premier League the next in line? Let’s see what happens in coming months.
This is a surprise package for StarTimes subscribers as the UEFA Europa League will now be aired live and in HD on StarTimes starting Thursday, September 20 with Chelsea vs PAOK. Chelsea and Arsenal are playing in the Europa League competition for the 2018/2019 season and Nigerian fans who support these teams will follow the action live on StarTimes with as low as N1900 subscription on its Classic Bouquet after the company crashed its price. The broadcast, which will begin on September 20th, will see football fans enjoy matches between the best European clubs. “We are very happy to bring UEFA Europa League to our subscribers. This summer FIFA World Cup was a success and fans really appreciated that we brought them ICC exclusive and live right after. We then thought that they would be delighted to watch another European club competition on StarTimes,” explained Qasim Elegbede, StarTimes Brand & Marketing Director. “We are working hard to bring the best sport content to our subscribers.This season will be intense for football fans with Bundesliga, French Ligue 1, FIFA Club World Cup, French & Italian Cups and now UEFA Europa League.” StarTimes will broadcast UEFA Europa League in all Sub-Saharan Africa except South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland. StarTimes has been awarded exclusive rights for English, Portuguese and local languages in English and Portuguese speaking areas. For non StarTimes subscribers who loves football, you can equally watch Europa League games through the StarTimes mobile app. I believe this innovation has given startimes a new boost and Bragging right to compete with fierce rival GOtv. Follow @startimesng on social media or call 094618888 & 014618888 for more info now!
