We’re ready for the World Cup
JOBURG - It's all systems go for the broadcast of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, the SABC says.
Having secured the official broadcast rights for the upcoming 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil, the SABC can call itself the official broadcaster of the world’s most prestigious football event.
Besides airing all 64 matches live, the SABC will present a melting pot of programmes that will celebrate and showcase the connection between the host country and our own, honing in on the passion, flair and meaning that the game of soccer holds to billions of fans, acting group executive of SABC Sports Bessie Tugwana said.
“As the public service broadcaster, we are privileged to be in a position where we will transport the South African public to the host country Brazil, as they take front row seats in the comfort of their homes and in their respective languages. The best commentary will be brought by talented presenters and analysts as the SABC, brings you The Beautiful Game, The Way You Like It.”
The broadcaster will use its 19 Radio stations and 4 TV channels to bring the beautiful game to the entire South African population in the language of their choice.
TV channel SABC 1 is the main carrier of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil and will broadcast 56 matches live. It will also feature one-and-a-half-hour long build up programmes to world cup matches.
SABC 2 will offer an alternative viewing experience of the world cup, while SABC 3 will carry eight matches only.
“As one of Africa’s best broadcasters, we are ready and fully equipped to deliver a world-class production for this international event,” SABC acting chief of operations Hlaudi Motsoeneng said enthusiastically.
“With the footprint that the SABC has, we are confident that we will reach millions of South Africans, who enjoy the game of soccer, as well as households on the continent, which receive SABC channels,” he added.
Motsoeneng was at pains to assure South Africans that the public broadcaster would be up to the task. “We have shown our ability to deliver the best productions with the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Madiba’s funeral and the 2014 national elections.”
The broadcast schedule will impact upon normal programming. See the time tables in the image gallery.
Check out the official home page of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil.
