World Footy News

The AFL today confirmed the present broadcast coverage for the 2015 Toyota AFL Premiership Season into New Zealand.

As a long standing international partner of the AFL, Sky NZ will again broadcast AFL matches in 2015. Sky NZ coverage will include: One match per week (delayed), Anzac Day matches LIVE from Westpac Stadium and the MCG, one delayed match each week of Finals Weeks 1-3, and the 2015 Toyota AFL Grand Final LIVE. Sky NZ will also broadcast the AFL Weekly Highlights Program.

AFL General Manager Broadcasting, Scheduling & Major Projects, Simon Lethlean said the AFL and AFL New Zealand continue to investigate supplementary broadcast solutions in the New Zealand market following the closure of the Sommet Sports channel.

“The AFL is aware many in New Zealand love watching AFL matches and we are working hard to expand our coverage," he said.

AFL fans can continue to view AFL content via WatchAFL, the AFL’s international online and digital partner. This subscription service provides access to all matches LIVE on your mobile or tablet. Further details at: http://watchafl.afl.com.au/

The 2015 Toyota AFL Premiership Season kicks off tomorrow, Thursday, April 2.

The St Kilda Saints will return to Wellington to play on Anzac Day, Saturday April 25 at 1:10pm (local time), against the Carlton Blues. Sky NZ will broadcast this match live into New Zealand.

Tickets for the match are available through Ticketek: www.Ticketek.co.nz/AFLnz