Alright! Ever witness scheduling changes brought about in Manchester United football matches? It happens purely on account of the Premier League’s whims. Like if your parents just randomly decide to put away books or move furniture around the house, good excuse or just for fun!
The new schedule, then, is all about TV!
The first, and actually the most important cause, is the TV organization. They pay a large amount of money in order to get the Premier League games on air. In turn, they want to telecast the games that garner the highest ratings, at a time when millions of people can tune in. At such times, a game of your favorite team might be shifted from Saturday noon slot to Sunday evening, so that the maximum number of viewers can watch it.
Manchester United, a whole dose of irony in scheduling!
Not even the cherished Manchester United was spared from this. Depending on the rivalling interests that consume the televisions, the fixtures of Manchester United might just be pushed around and shunted into TV slots. I sometimes feel a bit annoyed when I want to watch a certain game, and that happens. But of course, football nagging-glory!
More Matches, More Money!
The TV companies do not really set the days for matches to be played; they choose which ones get televised. It is through these TV rights that gushing money pours into the Premier League. Some of this money is consequently given to the clubs so that they can procure new players, improve stadiums, or even pay those players more; all things are interconnected!
What It Means for Manchester United Fans
If this is what it means for the fans, then it calls for keeping time. Check on the dates each week when Manchester United plays.
The inconvenient aspect of these changes, on the contrary, is that you will have to pass up on awkwardly timed matches or reschedule for some other engagement. On the flip side, there is so much more football to watch. And, of course, it is the TV money that keeps the Premier League alive so much.
Authors Opinion
The Premier League is huge business indeed. The TV channels and clubs have to coordinate a smooth operation. Another layer of fun is being a footie fan. Keep supporting Manchester United and merry-going!
