Just as the rest of the world looks forward to the much-anticipated El Clasico which kicks off this Saturday at the Nou Camp, some soccer fans in the UK are a frustrated lot. As of now, the Barcelona vs Real Madrid match will not be aired in the United Kingdom due to the rule that prevents soccer matches from being aired live in the UK between 14:45 and 17:15 BST in order to encourage fans to physically visit the stadiums to watch matches live.
This is arguably the most-watched club soccer match in the entire world, and it is quite understandable that UK-based fans are frustrated. It is a crunch tie that could have a huge impact in the race for La Liga title this season especially at a time when Real Madrid are eyeing their first league title since 2012. It is a battle of reigning European champions versus the reigning Spanish champions, a battle that cannot be missed by any ardent soccer fan.
But Saturday’s El Clasico kicks off at 15:15 UK time, which falls into the prohibited times for airing soccer matches in the country. As a result, this confirmation has been a subject of debate on social media, especially Twitter, where it has also taken a humorous twist. We have compiled some of the best reactions on Twitter as shown below:
Was in a semi decent mood up until I heard el clasico won't be shown live in the UK
— sam aitken (@sam_aitken99) November 30, 2016
Fans of El clasico from UK pic.twitter.com/XR3I2WJMSv
— Talking Sport TV (@TalkSportTV) November 30, 2016
Can someone remind me what channel #ElClasico is being shown on in the UK on Saturday? pic.twitter.com/zCucbdfu4f
— StreamPlanet (@Stream_Planet) November 30, 2016
The first #ElClasico of the season will not be shown in the UK due to 3pm blackout broadcasting laws... pic.twitter.com/4BOqbKQMWs
— ExclusiveMemorabilia (@ExclusiveMem) October 13, 2016
#ElClasico will not be televised in the UK this December due to 'existing agreement with the FA'. Well done to all involved. #youhadonejob pic.twitter.com/IwGjMZolrz
— Kris (@KristoferMcCue) October 12, 2016
Such a shame #ElClasico time has changed! First elclasico to be missed in years #ForcaBarca #barcelonavsreal #UK
— GrinkessClothing (@grinkesscompany) October 12, 2016
The first #ElClasico of the season won't be shown live in the UK because it clashes with the 3pm Premier League games...#FCB #RMCF pic.twitter.com/P8AZvbUTqv
— Footysays (@Footy_Says) October 12, 2016
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