The Premier League is stepping into the future — and it’s bringing cameras along for the ride.
Starting with the 2025/26 season, new broadcasting rules will kick in across England’s top flight, as per reports (via Daily Mail).
These changes aim to bring fans closer to the action than ever before — not just on matchdays, but also during the week.
And yes, we’re talking training ground drama, touchline chats, and mic’d-up managers.
The league’s clubs have agreed to open their training grounds at least once a season. A 30-minute “Enhanced Training Session” will now be filmed, featuring at least one player and a coach or manager wearing microphones.
The footage won’t be raw or random — there’s a tight brief to follow and final edits must be approved within 24 hours.
Also part of the new rules? Substituted players can now be interviewed on the sidelines while the game is still going.
If you thought managers dodging touchline interviews was awkward, imagine a tired striker trying to explain a missed sitter while still catching his breath.
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How new Premier League rules could affect players and teams?
With these changes, every training drill could turn into a mini-documentary. Players may have to adjust to life with cameras around, knowing one loose pass or fiery exchange could end up on fans’ screens worldwide.
The league is also giving broadcasters access to goal celebrations on the pitch, with Steadicam operators allowed brief entries to capture close-ups.
It’s like turning “Match of the Day” into “All or Nothing: Premier League.”
Still, some may wonder if this all goes too far. Coaches often like to keep things behind closed doors, especially tactical plans.
The Premier League has promised to keep sensitive material out of the spotlight. But even with guardrails, the line between sport and entertainment just got a little blurrier.
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