The EFL is expected to debate plans to scrap its 3pm TV blackout rule in what could be a significant move for Nottingham Forest supporters.
Clubs will discuss allowing live streams on Saturday afternoons when they meet for an AGM in June, i reports. It is understood that some officials believe the iFollow service could be an important source of extra revenue but others argue it will reduce ticket sales and could do long-term damage.
The league would have to apply to UEFA to change its current blackout period, which has been in place since the 1960s and does not permit matches to be shown on TV or stream between 2.45pm and 5.15pm on Saturdays. An EFL spokesperson is quoted as saying: “The issues around the 3pm blackout will be discussed again in the summer and we wouldn’t rule anything out at this stage. All options would be on the table for the clubs to discuss.”
