Chinese football fans were left sweating on Friday after the Premier League pulled the plug on a mega-money broadcasting deal, just over a week ...
, just over a week before the new season kicks off.
Chinese media overwhelmingly reported the story as a consequence of a new financial reality in light of the pandemic.There was no mention of possible political reasons, given souring ties between London and Beijing. "Chinese fans have lost the Premier League for a fourth time," the respected Soccer News said, referencing other instances when the league fell off Chinese screens.
Another attacked the Premier League as"shortsighted" because it"will miss out on the huge Chinese market".However, one expert was optimistic there may soon be good news for fans in China, the world's second-biggest economy and a major growth market for the Premier League.
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