Thmanyah announced that Saudi Roshn League matches will be broadcast in ultra-high-definition 4K from the eleventh round starting on Thursday 22 October. GOAL described it as a first in the history of Saudi football.
When the 4K coverage starts
According to Thmanyah, the eleventh round kicks off on Thursday 22 October, when the new 4K coverage begins.
How viewers can watch
Thmanyah said the 4K feature will be available exclusively to customers subscribed to the channel's app. It added that Saudi Roshn League matches will continue to be broadcast for free via satellite and digitally in standard definition SD.
Features for subscribers
Thmanyah said subscribers also get instant replay during the live broadcast, the option to switch between commentators and stadium sound, and the ability to navigate between the events of a match.
Where GOAL said 4K is already used
GOAL said 4K technology is already used by the English Premier League, the Spanish and German leagues for select fixtures, and the UEFA Champions League.