I'm going to buck the trend here and back the FAI. I think it's fairly obvious that if FD clubs are getting a slice of the WatchLOI revenues that they cannot then go and set up their own venture.
One of two things happened. The FD clubs in question are trying to pull a fast one or they're incompetent.
I'd be curious to know much the slice is worth.
Went up to Saratoga, where my horse naturally won.
So are FD clubs effectively being paid to not promote their club?
That sounds very FAI in fairness.
FD may be getting a slice of WatchLOI revenue but I'm assuming they are setting up their own streaming & that has it's own costs. I think it is important that fans of First division clubs are not left out, so streaming at that level is important as these clubs want to engage what little support they have
The FD clubs should just be allowed stream their games BUT any profit made by FD clubs has to be pooled together with watchloi profits and then split between all 19 clubs or leave FD clubs go it alone without a cut from watchloi.
I fully agree - that solution ticks everyone’s requirementsOriginally Posted by blueblood
Drogheda United in this together
Yeah I've no issues with that either. Though I can't imagine there's a fortune to be made out of it.
Went up to Saratoga, where my horse naturally won.
I don't think there's enough to be made out of it to cover the costs.
For me, First Division clubs should have been told if they want to go ahead with their own streams, they'd forego their WatchLOI share, which, let's be honest, won't be much, and they'd probably make more off their own streams.
I thought the quality of the Galway stream and commentary was excellent. Well done to all involved
🎥 Cobh Ramblers FC - Streaming Update
🔹Games to be streamed live on our YouTube Channel
🔹No mandatory cost but donations encouraged and appreciated
🔹 Starting this Saturday against Galway
🔹Commentary from Trevor Welch and John O’Rourke
➡️ http://cobhramblers.ie/cobh-ramblers-streaming-update/
Both the main Wexford games this weekend (Wexford FC v Cabinteely on Friday (7.45pm) and Wexford Youths Women v Bohemians on Saturday (6.30pm)) are now sold out and you won't get in unless you're on the list. Wexford are planning a streaming service for both games with details below. Suggested donation for each game is 5 Euros.
https://wexfordfc.ie/wexford-fc-live-broadcasting
Drogs live streaming their games for free on You Tube. Donations welcome, of course.
I watched Longford v bray earlier in the week, Drogs v bray last night and tonight I’m going to watch Cobh v Galway. The streaming is a sliver lining in these strange times. It’s great getting to watch other matches. I hope it remains post Covid as I could see it helping to bring in new supporters and help supporters abroad etc keep involved.
For anyone interested, Wexford are planning to have a stream of tonight's match against Drogheda which will be accessible through the club's website. There will be the usual request for a donation of five euros.
Good camera work. Liked the commentator too. And the online programme is a good idea. (Although I couldn't locate one for the Drogs game). Well done Wexford! (And yes, I did donate).
It would be interesting to hear comments on other live FD streams.
Drogs is quite good with decent commentary from LMFM (local radio station).
Obviously we're not talking RTE broadcast quality, but I think all this effort by the clubs is appreciated by supporters.
Good to hear that! You'll get the Drogheda programme here (scroll down and it's first on the left).
https://issuu.com/wexfordfc
Thanks for putting the link up Forza, I always enjoy looking at other teams programmes, I see a good number of Scottish and lower league english league clubs are also found there. A great advert from Mick there.
Cabo had Stephen Alkin (I think? Certainly someone recognisable) and a co-commentator on their stream of the UCD game on Friday. Was about as unexpected yet decent as our 3-0 win to be honest.
really surprised by that result after Cabo going down to Longford and winning 3 nil
Think I saw on their Twitter page that it was Jason Byrne who was the co-commentator.
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