Sky Sports and the EFL are set to ensure supporters don’t miss any of the EFL action when the season returns next month after agreeing a new flexible framework that will ensure league matches are either available for broadcast or streaming whilst access to matches is restricted. The broadcaster will show 130 live EFL league matches throughout season 2020/21, kicking-off with Watford v Middlesbrough on Friday 11 September 2020 before another two fixtures are televised throughout the opening weekend. And whilst the doors remain shut to fans, or with limited spectators allowed through the turnstiles, an arrangement exists whereby all matches that areNOT LIVEon Sky Sports will be available to stream by Clubs on iFollow (or Club equivalent service), for a match pass price of£10. In addition, Season Ticket holders will, under the newly agreed framework, be provided access to allHOME GAMES, subject to the agreement of the Club where the supporter holds a season ticket. In the Championship access toAWAY MIDWEEKmatches will also be available as part of the season ticket package if Clubs choose to offer it. The match by match streaming and season ticket offer is aTEMPORARYmeasure that has only been put in place whilst Clubs operate at a zero or reduced capacity as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and will be subject to regular review with the first set for early October. Subject to Clubs choosing to provide access to Season Ticket holders this is only available if supporters purchase their 2020/21 ticket by October 4. EFL Chief Executive David Baldwin said: “There is no argument that attending live matches is what the League, its Clubs and fans want to see and, clearly, the overriding objective is to get supporters back into stadiums as soon as it is safe to do so. In the meantime, this framework allows our Clubs, if they so wish, to reward their most loyal supporters by providing what we hope is only short-term access to watch their matches. “It’s important that whilst the doors remain fully, or part shut, we ensure there is the ability for fans of all EFL Clubs to be able to gain access and watch their team and I would like to take this opportunity to thank Sky Sports for their support in this matter. Collectively, it’s not our preferred situation but given the circumstances COVID has presented us it gives us a temporary option whilst we finalise our plans for fans returning.” Sky Sports Selections The initial selections have been made and include the following games will be broadcast over the opening weekend: Friday 11 September Watford v Middlesbrough 19:45 Saturday 12 September Birmingham City v Brentford 12:30 Sunday 13 September Ipswich Town v Wigan Athletic 12:00 Sky Bet Championship Streaming Championship Clubs are able to stream any match not shown live on Sky to fans who purchase individual match passes for£10. The new framework for Season Ticket Holders allows Clubs to have the option to provide streams of: All home matches, including those shown live on Sky Any midweek away match, including those shown live on Sky Clubs cannot provide access to any away weekend match, live on Sky or not, within a season ticket package. Leagues One and Two Streaming League One and Two are able to stream any match not shown live on Sky to fans who purchase individual match passes for£10. The new framework for Season Ticket Holders allows Clubs to have the option to also stream: All home matches, including those shown live on Sky Clubs cannot provide access to any away match, live on Sky or not, within a season ticket package. Carabao Cup Streaming Round One Carabao Cup matches that are not selected for live broadcast by Sky Sports will also be eligible for Clubs to stream. These will only be available on a match pass basis at £10. https://www.safc.com/news/club-news/2020/august/efl-streaming
So you have to sign up to a sky sports football subscription at a monthly cost and then pay £10 per game, aye nice one sky Firestick all the way
You don't need to sign up to Sky unless you want to watch the games they have exclusively. All the rest are £10 to the club, with home games free to season card holders.
Bit shambolic that away games are part of the package for season ticket holders of Championship clubs whereas for L1 and L2 it’s not the case. I appreciate that clubs are desperate for money but this will result in many just resorting to fire sticks rather than stumping up £10 a pop.
Is there a specialised app on the firestick you can watch the games on? I'm a bit behind with technology, any answers appreciated.
I presume there will be a SAFSEE season pass available for those of us who live abroad. I would rather give money to the club than an IPTV provider.
does anyone know if the club are refunding the cost of the lost games from last seasons international pass, i have emailed the club twice regarding this and no reply each time.
Forgot about that Anyone got SDs email address? Can ask for a refund or a reduction in this season's pass.
can ya post on here if ya have any joy please matey as ive drawn a blank. When all of this hit you know, i was of the opinion the club needed it more than me and would have happily given the club any outstanding monies, but after seeing how this lot have handled it and the lack of respect they have for us i want my dosh back where i can. looks like stewey has taken a gun aimed at shoes and fired
