Talksport Secures Liverpool Cl Rights
Sports radio station, talkSPORT, has confirmed a new partnership to become the official radio broadcaster of all of Liverpool FC’s Champions League fixtures, starting with the group match against Bulgarian side Ludogorets this evening (Tuesday).
As part of the deal, talkSPORT will provide full coverage to all of the club’s Champions League matches including defending champions Real Madrid and Swiss side Basel, as well any games in the knockout stages.
Internationally, the station will also broadcast the commentaries to fans around the world via talkSPORT.com.
Liam Fisher, talkSPORT programme director said: ‘Liverpool has an enormous heritage in European competitions and it’s fantastic to bring the club’s return to the Champions League to listeners.’
‘Balotelli v Bale is just one of the several thrilling encounters we’ve got to look forward to and with Danny Murphy behind the microphone we’ll have expert analysis of every moment.’
Matthew Baxter, chief media officer at Liverpool FC added: ‘Teaming up with a global sports radio station, like talkSPORT means that our fans get to follow all of our upcoming Champions League games in real time no matter where in the world they live. This season marks a big moment for the Club, as we return to the UEFA Champions League after a five year absence.’
