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ESPN sells UK, Ireland TV channels business to BT
2013-02-25 16:45:00| Telecompaper Headlines
(Telecompaper) BT has agreed to acquire ESPN's UK and Ireland TV channels business, subject to regulatory approval. This consists mainly of the ESPN and ESPN America channels and their live sports rights portfolio, including the FA Cup, Clydesdale Bank Scottish Premier League, UEFA Europa League, and the German Bundesliga. The deal is expected to complete on 31 July, after which BT will continue to operate at least one ESPN-branded channel. This will form part of the BT Sport TV package set to launch in summer 2013. Additionally, the deal will allow BT to continue to show a range of US sports currently shown on ESPN America, including NCAA College Basketball, NCAA College Football and NASCAR.
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