Tag "Football"

Interview with Mark Gilbert, former Head of Digitals Communications at The FA

Dan sat down with Mark Gilbert, until recently the Head of Digital Communications at The Football Association. Previous to that he worked at The Sun and News of the World, bringing together a great mix of sports and technology knowledge.

Video Replay used to award first penalty as football struggles with modernity

We’re inching closer and closer to a time when football will join other sports in using technology to make its own game better. With the introduction of goal line technology

Chelsea’s new Instagram hit, and the importance of creativity

Issues around holding the broadcast rights to sporting events can force people to get creative. If you’re unable to show a goal or a touchdown, then use your imagination and

Luis Figo’s Dream Football launch app to give young footballers a chance

Luis Figo’s Dream Football company has launched an app aimed at allowed young footballers to catch the eye of scouts and professional teams. Last month, Figo said, (H/T SportTechie)“We are

Vauxhall surprise football fans with ‘#GetIn Fan Hotline’

Vauxhall has recruited international footballers to give dedicated fans a special treat. Manning the Vauxhall ‘Fan Hotline’ for one day only, the home nations players surprised lucky supporters with a

Eurosport renews AFCON deal with rights to 2017 and 2019 tournaments

Eurosport has won the UK and Ireland broadcast and digital rights for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2017 and 2019, as the Ivory Coast look to defend their title

Digital Sport’s Weekly Wash-Up 25/11/16

Griezmann Hotline Puma have released a new digital campaign featuring France and Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann. After scoring a goal, the 25-year-old receives an urgent call and heads off

American fan engagement would not work in the Premier League

Not long ago, I read an article in The Drum written by digital consultant Chris Bishop and entitled ‘Why English football sucks at fan engagement – and Americans are in

Digital Sport’s Weekly Wash-Up 16/11/16

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Should an athlete opt for a publicist or publisher?

Guest author Fiona Stones asks the question, Should an athlete opt for a publicist or publisher? A great long read.