Keir Starmer Calls for Free Broadcast of Champions League Final on TNT Sports
Keir Starmer urges TNT Sports to make Champions League final free to watch

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged TNT Sports to make the Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain available for free. This marks the first time the final will not be freely accessible since the tournament's rebranding in 1992, prompting Starmer to advocate for fans' rights to watch this historic match without subscription fees.
- 01This year's Champions League final will be held on May 30, 2023, at the Puskas Arena in Budapest.
- 02TNT Sports has previously made the final available for free but is now requiring subscriptions for viewing.
- 03Starmer emphasized that the final should be accessible to all football fans, regardless of their team allegiance.
- 04Uefa has expressed dissatisfaction with TNT Sports' decision, claiming it violates the spirit of their contract.
- 05Starmer has previously advocated for affordable ticket prices at major events, including the World Cup.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has written to TNT Sports, urging the broadcaster to make the upcoming Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain free to watch. This year marks a significant change, as it will be the first time since the tournament's rebranding in 1992 that the final will not be accessible without a subscription. TNT Sports, owned by Warner Bros Discovery, has faced backlash for requiring viewers to subscribe to watch the match on their platform or HBO Max. Starmer, an avid Arsenal supporter, stated in his open letter that the Champions League is the biggest club football competition globally and should remain free for fans. He emphasized that this issue transcends team loyalty, highlighting the importance of community and shared experiences among football supporters. Furthermore, Uefa has expressed irritation at TNT's decision, claiming it contradicts a contract clause that aims to ensure finals are available for free. Starmer's appeal reflects a broader concern for making football more affordable for fans, as he has also previously urged Fifa to lower ticket prices for the World Cup.
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Starmer's appeal highlights the financial burden on fans who may struggle to afford subscription fees to watch significant matches.
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