Joost extends deal for English Premier League clips

Wed, 02/04/2008 - 08:01

Media | Middle East | Broadcast | Football Soccer | Internet | TV Rights

Online TV platform, Joost extended its distribution deal with Nimbus Sport International for English Premier League internet clips.

Under the new deal, Joost has the rights for several additional territories, namely, the Middle East, North Africa, Brazil, Belgium, Greece, Portugal, New Zealand and Oceania. Last week the platform agreed similar deals for the Indian subcontinent, Hong Kong, Japan and other Asian countries.

Internet users in all countries under the deal will be able to view match highlights of all Barclays Premier League games, as well as special features such as Player of the Week, Team of the Week and Golden Moments free of charge as part of a dedicated advertising-funded Barclays Premier League channel.

Mr. Thomas Klingebiel, Vice President - International, Nimbus Sport International, said: "We at Nimbus Sport are excited to take our partnership with Joost to new levels. We look forward to providing millions of football fans around the world with an opportunity to enjoy the Barclays Premier League clips in this unique and innovative way".
Nimbus Sport, in alliance with PA Sport EV, is marketing the internet and mobile clip rights of the Barclays Premier League for three seasons, from 2007-08 to 2009-10.

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