Fox Cable Networks Lines Up Premium Soccer Channel

LOS ANGELES: Fox Cable Networks is set to launch its second soccer channel, Fox Soccer Plus, as a premium network this March delivering coverage of UEFA Champions League and English Premier League, among other sporting events.

Fox Soccer Plus, complementing Fox Soccer Channel, is slated to make its debut in HD on March 1. It will deliver coverage of England’s Barclays Premier League, UEFA Champions League, England’s FA Cup and Italy’s Serie A, among other competitions, in pay-TV providers’ premium tiers.

“We are committed to bringing the best world-class soccer experience to fans.” said David Nathanson, the general manager and executive VP of Fox Soccer Channel. "As America’s interest in the world’s game is increasing, the launch of Fox Soccer Plus will complement and enhance our current programming on Fox Soccer Channel. Fox Soccer Plus builds on our position as the preferred television destination for American soccer fans as well as expatriates who want to keep in touch with their home teams.”