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Great news for sports lovers across the United Kingdom! Sky Sports has successfully secured the UK rights to broadcast 126 live Premier League matches every season for the upcoming three-year period, running from 2016-17 to 2018-19. This fantastic achievement strengthens Sky's position as the ultimate home of sport, offering an unrivalled choice for fans who want to catch every moment of the action.
Following a successful tender process, Sky Sports was awarded five packs of live rights, ensuring that viewers can rely on them to bring three times as many live matches as any other broadcaster. This expanded schedule means fans will have access to the best match picks and the most-watched slots in the calendar. A particularly thrilling addition is the introduction of live Premier League football on Friday evenings for the first time ever, giving everyone a brand-new way to kick off their weekend with excitement!
The new deal guarantees comprehensive coverage, with live matches available on more days of the week than ever before. In addition to the new Friday evening fixtures, fans can look forward to action on Saturday afternoons, Sunday afternoons, and Monday evenings. The schedule includes 26 first picks and 31 second picks, ensuring that the biggest matches and most compelling stories are always on screen. Furthermore, every single Premier League club will be featured in live coverage at least four times each season.
This significant investment represents a commitment to bringing high-quality sport to households nationwide. By securing these long-term rights alongside other major agreements, such as The Open golf championship from 2017, Sky Sports continues to deliver a market-leading portfolio of sporting events. Whether you are a die-hard supporter of a specific team or simply enjoy the thrill of the game, this new agreement ensures you will never miss a beat of the Premier League season.
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Published: 2026-03-12