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Originally Posted by harry_hitch
They survived before the premier league started. I would be surprised if they were not running more financially successfully too. I certainly do not remember too many clubs going into administration, even in previous recessions.
I doubt it would make much difference either if lower league clubs lost money, players would just have to be paid less than they currently are or choose different professions.
Also the FTA/terrestrial channels have an unfair disadvantage currently, so why not change the rules to make it fairer? (rhetorical question)
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Very fair point , quite honestly I don't know what the ideal solution is as both the current and the suggested method both have there flaws.
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Originally Posted by Chad
Maybe the Premier League could start their own channel that is available across every pay TV platform. 154 live games per year at say £25.00 per month or £200.00 if you buy a full "season ticket" in advance. Then broadcasters are free to differentiate their coverage from other competitors by offering the likes of HD coverage, games in 3D, multiple commentary options and in game red button options.
For terrestrial TV the Premier League could offer a combined package of match highlights and 12 live games per year. The Premier League could use the free to air games to continually advertise and push their 154 live game per year pay channel.
That way there are free to air and pay TV options. Everyone has access to live Premiership action. The problem is as long as people are happy to subscribe to SKY Sports and BT Sports this will never be an option. It's us the consumers that have the power to drive change.
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The premier league channel idea was something I mentioned on here a while ago it makes perfect sense , it could also be sold online and via streaming devices. Your idea for terrestrial also makes sense.