YES! That’s my reaction when I read that Europe's top court ruled
that countries in the European Union can insist that the World Cup and Euro
football tournaments be available to all on free-to-view TV channels. This means countries in Europe can insist that the World Cup next year be broadcast free of charge in their country!
As a Singaporean who had to miss the last Euros because I
refused to pay over $60 just to watch a 1 month tournament, this is great news.
Yes, I know it’s almost impossible to expect the Singapore government to do the
same thing in Singapore but man; it is great to see FIFA and UEFA (which own
the commercial rights to the tournaments) get their ass handed to them. The courts just gave them a bloody nose and it is a truly satisfying thing to see.
Now if only the Singapore government can do the same. I know
I said it’s almost impossible but hey, a guy can dream right?
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