FREESAT WORLD CUP COVERAGE
GET READY FOR A SUMMER OF FOOTBALL AS FREESAT LAUNCHES ONLINE WORLD CUP GUIDE FEATURING GUEST BLOGGER, PUNDIT LEE DIXON
Football news, views and a comprehensive match planner– helping to get UK viewers prepared for the first ever HD World Cup
Freesat, the free-to-air satellite TV service, will become home to the first ever HD World Cup with matches being shared by BBC HD and ITV1 HD this summer. For a one-off payment of just £68 viewers can upgrade their World Cup viewing to high definition and enjoy it all completely subscription free with Freesat. The new online guide – at www.freesat.co.uk/worldcup - will feature a range of football content to help people get ready for the tournament, including exclusive news blogs from Match of the Day’s Lee Dixon.
‘Freesat is offering everything World Cup followers need this summer’ says Lee Dixon. ‘Not only will they be showing games in HD but their online guide will feature a host of information to ensure everyone is set for the beautiful game – from comprehensive match planners to brilliant world cup facts to impress your mates. Plus, on my personal blog you’ll find my views and analysis on stories as they emerge from the England camp, predictions for the group stages and my view on who could be this year’s champions’.
With Freesat everyone can watch this festival of football in HD from as little as £68, wherever they live in the UK. With no contract, no monthly bills to pay, just a one-off payment, Freesat makes substituting your standard TV for High definition hassle-free. HD really brings football on TV to life, making viewers at home feel like part of the action. From high speed tackles to that breathtaking golden goal - you won’t miss a thing watching in pin sharp clarity.
With the World Cup now only 72 days away, it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll be watching the summer’s premiere sporting event and where to get the best deal to get the most out of your HD ready TV this summer.
HD Providers Comparison Chart
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| Full UK coverage for HD | Monthly cost/minimum subscription period | Set up cost | Total cost/year | Digital channels | Catch-up services? | Type of service |
| Freesat | YES | FREE | FREE (£80 if satellite dish is needed) | £67 one-off payment | 150+ | YES | Satellite |
| Freeview | No – up to 50% by the World Cup | FREE | FREE (£150 if aerial upgrade is needed) | £140 one-off payment | 53 | NO | Aerial |
| Virgin Media | NO | · £5.50/month (plus a virgin phone line for £11.99) · 12 months minimum contract | £49.00 | £209.88 | 65 | YES | Cable |
| SKY | YES | · £28/month · 12 months minimum contract | £30.00 | £366 | 200 | YES | Satellite |
All pricing information taken 01.04.10 from service provider websites.
Freesat is available from Argos, Currys, Comet, John Lewis, Maplin and many independent retailers.
For more information on Freesat, please go to www.freesat.co.uk
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