SOUTHERN League clubs can live stream their games this season thanks to a groundbreaking multi-year deal with TicketCo.

Clubs, including Dorchester Town, can broadcast pay-per-view games live online, subject to FIFA regulations.

The deal breaks the traditional broadcasting monopoly of major TV companies and gives the lower-league clubs the power to broadcast matches live.

It will help the clubs to increase fan engagement, develop their own digital strategies and drive commercial revenue.

Terry Barratt, chairman of the Southern Football League said: “The Southern Football League are pleased to have reached a media agreement with TicketCo. They are a global player and have the expertise that will enable our clubs to screen games to a high level.

“I am excited at the prospect of our clubs screening matches which will enable supporters worldwide to watch at an acceptable price.

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"We look forward to a long-term business relationship with the company and to assist our member clubs in providing a beneficial service to its supporters”.

David Kenny, Head of Global Partnerships at TicketCo Media Services said: “This media rights deal makes online broadcasting available to clubs regardless of size and helps bring football back to the people.

“Via our technology, leagues and clubs now have ownership of their own broadcasting via our hybrid revolution.

“It is empowering for smaller clubs and will begin to break traditional broadcasting monopolies.

“In the fallout of the greed of the failed Super League it is refreshing that lower league football is now creating a positive revolution of its own focused on making the beautiful game more accessible to fans.

“This deal means clubs have stronger buying power and the tools to improve the fan experience and drive commercial growth.”

TicketCo Media Services has offices in Norway, UK, Sweden and the Netherlands. In the UK it has partnerships with several football clubs including Kilmarnock, Solihull Moors, Eastleigh, AFC Telford and Oxford City.

Its cloud-based technology is designed to make online broadcasting quick and easy for both clubs and supporters, thanks to its pioneering technology. The platform offers pay-per-view live streaming and video on demand functionality.

The platform’s technology is compatible with Android and iOS devices and enables clubs to promote offers on food, drink and merchandise in advance of events. The online broadcasting service can be enjoyed on any device.