Premier League achieves record TV numbers

Liam Watson
In just the second game back following the Premier League restart, Sky Sports has achieved record TV numbers as fans watch from the comfort of their homes.

Manchester City’s 3-0 victory over Arsenal was the most watched game in the English top flight in three and a half years and showed exactly how fans missed league action – it had been 100 days they’ve had to wait due to the enforced break caused by coronavirus.
Sky Sports in the United Kingdom had a massive ratings success, as City vs Arsenal drew a peak audience of 3.4 million on Sky Sports’ Main Event and Premier League channels, maintaining an average of 3.1 million during the match. This audience figure saw a staggering 94% jump on the 2019/20 average for games televised live on Sky Sports.
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The opening Premier League restart game between Aston Villa and Sheffield United, a 0-0 goalless draw, had a peak audience of 2.7 million and an average of 2.3 million people watching on both Sky Sports channels.

Artificial crowd noise, delivered in both Bundesliga and La Liga broadcasts, has also made its way to the Premier League. For the City vs Arsenal game, 75% of viewers chose to listen to these sounds via Sky Sports Main Event – proving that fans like to have a little bit more atmosphere instead of echoes from players and coaches.
After just one round of matches to kick-off the restart, TV ratings are already booming and are sure to trend upwards as the season nears its conclusion and tantalising match ups are offered. Players are sure to increase their match fitness and sharpness in the coming weeks to ensure there are some quality contests coming up between big six sides and relegation battlers.
Strong TV ratings gives a clear signal that fans are happy for a return to some kind of normality, even though it may not be exactly the same as before with crowds taken out of the equation.
The record figures achieved so far by Sky Sports are an encouraging start for the Premier League – as fans adhere to social distancing guidelines while they wait for a potential return to watch their team live around the grounds.
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Football Pro Directory Launches as Australia’s New Digital Hub for the Football Industry

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As Australian football continues to expand across grassroots, NPL and professional levels, a new platform is aiming to connect the entire ecosystem in one central place.

Football Pro Directory has officially launched as a dedicated online hub designed to bring together clubs, governing bodies, suppliers, service providers and industry professionals from across the Australian football landscape.

Part of the One-Nil Media family, the platform has been built to simplify how football organisations discover trusted partners, access resources and grow meaningful industry connections.

At a time when clubs are navigating increasing operational demands both on and off the pitch, Football Pro Directory provides a streamlined destination for organisations seeking support across areas such as coaching, technology, media, sponsorship, infrastructure, equipment, medical services and fan engagement.

The platform also offers businesses and organisations the opportunity to elevate their visibility within the football industry through premium listings, tailored campaigns and feature-driven storytelling designed to connect directly with decision-makers across the game.

From grassroots clubs searching for operational support to professional organisations looking for specialist services, Football Pro Directory has been positioned as a practical tool built specifically for the realities of modern football administration.

Backed by Soccerscene’s established football media network, the directory combines industry exposure with educational resources and business opportunities, helping organisations strengthen their presence within Australia’s rapidly evolving football ecosystem.

The platform features categories spanning football clubs, professional services, football technology, media and marketing, photography, medical providers and equipment suppliers, alongside resources focused on grants, facilities, coaching, sponsorship and industry innovation.

As football increasingly embraces digital transformation and interconnected industry networks, Football Pro Directory arrives as a platform designed to make collaboration, visibility and growth more accessible across every level of the game.

To explore the platform or list your organisation, visit Football Pro Directory.

Female Football Week kicks off across Northern NSW

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Female Football Week has officially begun across Northern NSW, with a program of gala days, networking events and awards ceremonies running until Sunday May 17, marking a ten-day celebration that organisers say reflects both the growth of women’s football in the region and the work still required to sustain it.

The national initiative, now a fixture on the football calendar, provides a dedicated period of visibility for female participants across all levels of the game from players, coaches, referees to volunteers, whose contributions have historically received less recognition than their male counterparts.

NNSWF Participation and Women’s Football Officer Serena Carter said the week offered something for everyone connected to women’s football in the region.

“Female Football Week provides a fantastic chance to highlight the dedication and skill of female players, coaches, referees and volunteers across the northern NSW community,” Carter said. “There’s something for everyone to enjoy, from grassroots participants to elite competitors.”

Women’s football in northern NSW spans remote and regional communities where clubs operate on limited resources, alongside more established metropolitan programs with clearer development pathways. Female Football Week creates a moment of shared recognition across that spectrum and acknowledges the role volunteers play, from running the canteen to progressing through the pathway.

Northern NSW Football has recorded some of its strongest participation numbers in women’s and girls’ football in recent seasons, a trend that has placed increasing pressure on clubs and facilities to keep pace. The week’s events offer clubs an opportunity to showcase their commitment to diversity and inclusion at a time when that commitment is being tested by growth.

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