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Premier League's 3pm blackout explained, what the law says and potential punishments

Premier League matches that kick-off at 3pm remain off the TV as a rule, which was introduced 60 years ago and continues to be abided by as illegal streams continue to grow in popularity

Daily Mirror · May 31, 2023

The Premier League needs to fix its TV product as five men jailed

An affordable streaming service and the end of the 3pm blackout would help prevent criminals profiting

Liverpool Echo · May 31, 2023

Premier League's crackdown on illegal streams as 1,000 homes visited and £7m gang jailed

The Premier League is determined to combat illegal streaming services that are exploiting their lucrative TV rights with several men now jailed and homes being visited

Daily Mirror · May 31, 2023