It was stated that in the study carried out under the leadership of Clubs Union Foundation President Ertuğrul Doğan, the regulations of international leagues were examined and adapted to Türkiye. It was noted that this study aims to increase the broadcast quality of the Super League, improve the match watching experience of fans and improve the competitiveness of Turkish football in the field of international broadcasting.
Clubs Union Foundation General Secretary Assoc. Dr. In the statement made by Çağrı İlk, it was stated that the study, prepared based on the broadcast production standards of Europe's 5 leading football leagues, covers many innovations, from advanced camera systems to 4K HDR broadcast technologies, from uninterrupted broadcast infrastructure to broadcast models specific to digital platforms.
25 cameras and 4K HDR broadcast technology are targeted for derbies
In the statement, it was stated that it was suggested to create different production categories according to the importance of the matches, and the following expressions were used:
"It is aimed to use advanced production infrastructures that can reach up to 25 cameras in the matches and to make the broadcasts directly in Native 4K HDR, 2160p/50 format. Native 4K HDR production with 18 cameras is envisaged in the high-level Super League matches, and 1080p/50 HDR broadcast standard with 14 cameras is envisaged in the other Super League matches. With the development of camera placements, more comprehensive coverage of the field side, behind the goal, offside line, penalty area and reverse angles is envisaged." "The aim is to present critical positions to the audience from more angles with high frame rate slow motion cameras and advanced replay systems."
New standards for grandstand atmosphere and broadcast safety
It was stated that the study also included technical standards for the development of sound production in matches.
It was stated that the aim is to convey the stadium atmosphere to the audience more realistically by using advanced field microphones and 5.1 Surround sound technology in high-level matches.
It was stated that within the scope of continuity and security of broadcasts, the use of redundant satellite and fiber infrastructures, the creation of alternative signal transmission systems and the support of broadcast equipment with uninterrupted energy sources were evaluated.
A vertical match broadcast model specific to mobile devices is recommended
In the statement, it was noted that in addition to traditional 16:9 television broadcasts, it is recommended to produce alternative match broadcasts in 9:16 vertical format for mobile device users.
It was stated that the aim is to present the matches on mobile screens with a special production approach, thanks to the model that can be supported by artificial intelligence-supported camera tracking and image management technologies.
It was emphasized that the model in question could offer opportunities, especially in terms of reaching young fans, improving the mobile viewing experience and creating new digital content and advertising areas for broadcasters.
It is aimed to increase the international broadcasting and commercial value of the Super League
It was reported that the Clubs Association Foundation considers the improvement of broadcast production quality as a strategic investment to increase the brand value of Turkish football.
It was underlined that advanced broadcasting technologies are important in increasing the interest of international broadcasting organizations, developing new commercial opportunities on digital platforms, strengthening sponsorship visibility and increasing the economic value of broadcasting rights.
In the statement, it was stated that the prepared study was aimed to contribute to the creation of the technical specifications of the new term broadcasting tender, and the following was noted:
"Our priority is to improve the broadcast quality of Super League matches, offer fans a more qualified viewing experience, create a sustainable production model compatible with international broadcasting standards and strengthen the economic value of Turkish football. We believe that the new term broadcast tender is an important opportunity not only for the evaluation of broadcast rights, but also for the beginning of a new era in the broadcasting quality of the Super League."
