EFL clubs have been urged to “be brave” and scrap their 3pm TV streaming blackout for good.
Bolton chief exec Neil Hart has insisted showing EFL games on a Saturday afternoon is a huge opportunity, and would not reduce attendances. The EFL leagues are set to take centre stage domestically during the World Cup.
Fans who can’t get to a match can stream their team’s game on a Saturday afternoon with the rule that protects the 3pm slot not applying during the tournament.