Premier League will maintain the broadcast ban at 15:00: what does it mean.

Maintain the blackout at 15:00 on Saturday

According to The Sun: Premier League CEO Richard Masters confirmed that the ban on broadcasting matches at 15:00 on Saturdays will most likely remain in place for a long time. This rule, which has been in existence for half a century, was implemented to preserve match attendance despite the growing popularity of football on television.

Many fans had hoped for the lifting of this ban, but during the Summit event at the Allianz Stadium as part of Leaders Week London 2025, Masters pointed to a new agreement with broadcasters that will allow the showing of up to 270 out of 380 matches live.

Masters noted: 'Our current agreement with domestic broadcasters means we have effectively reached our limit. There are no more matches at 15:00 that are not being broadcast.'

'We are committed to maintaining this for the foreseeable future. This is not a decision we make alone. It is made in conjunction with other football organizations such as the FA and EFL.'

Changes in financial rules

Masters also discussed the issue of making changes to the financial rules at the next 'shareholders' meeting of the league, where a new cost calculation system is expected to be presented.

To adopt the new system, the league needs the vote of 14 clubs to limit spending for clubs not participating in European competitions to 85% of their revenues on salaries and transfers.

Masters added: 'We are talking to our clubs about an alternative system. This does not mean that we believe the PSR system is not working. It is a matter of closer alignment with European standards.'

He also pointed out that the current system is too liberal compared to other major European leagues.

He also raised concerns about the difficulties of filling match schedules, expressing his dissatisfaction with 'the influence of those who decide the future of football.'

Looking ahead, Masters mentioned that the Premier League could consider launching its own broadcasting platform as part of a mixed approach with traditional broadcasters.

Finally, Masters stated: 'I would not say this is choking us. On the contrary, it shows that our clubs are striving for improvement and competition.'

Last summer, the spending of the EPL amounted to £3 billion, demonstrating the league's serious competitiveness compared to clubs in Spain, Germany, Italy, and France. This confirms the growing interest in the EPL from fans and contributes to the further development of football in the region.