Premier League goes digital in New Zealand
August 21, 2013
NeuLion, an enabler and provider of live and on-demand content to Internet-connected devices, and Coliseum Sports Media has signed a multi-year partnership agreement that provides New Zealand football fans with the first official interactive destination to watch all 380 games of the Barclays Premier League both live and on-demand. Powered by the NeuLion Sports Platform, the new digital destination will immerse fans in over 1000 hours of Premier League action on multiple Internet-connected devices including PCs, smartphones, tablets and Apple TV.
The service enabled by the NeuLion Sports Platform will provide high quality video coupled with engaging features on the country’s most popular Internet devices for none stop action anytime, anywhere.
“We are excited to bring New Zealand football fans unlimited access to the Barclays Premier League Tournament and deliver a new level of service that we’ve become recognised for around the world,” said Chris Wagner, Executive Vice President of NeuLion. “Whether it’s a consumer at home or on the move, or one of the many English Pubs in New Zealand, the NeuLion delivered service is designed to give sports fans the best digital experience possible anytime, anywhere. Premier League Pass is going to provide an incredibly fun and affordable experience and deliver soccer to New Zealanders the way they deserve.”