Plea for rethink as football fans in Lanarkshire miss out on historic victory over Spain

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A Lanarkshire MSP has called on television broadcasters and stakeholders to ensure that thousands of fans don’t miss out on the national team’s historic victories in the future.Gillian Mackay says too many missed out on the historic victory over Spain on Tuesday night because the game wasn’t televised on free-to-view TV.The match, which Scotland won 2-0, was shown via the channel of Nordic broadcaster Viaplay.

Subscription normally costs £14.99 a month.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The MSP, and Scottish Green Party’s sports spokesperson, has urged decision makers to “keep the dressing room” by coming together and doing everything they can to ensure as many people as possible can watch our beautiful game.Ms Mackay said: “Last night was a historic night for the Scotland men’s team and for Scottish football.

It was a win that will be remembered and celebrated for years to come.“The Tartan Army is the 12th man, yet, far too many missed out on the celebration, and were separated by a costly paywall.“Sport should be inclusive and our national team should be for all of us.

It’s not often that we beat teams like Spain. If we want the children playing in streets to be the champions of tomorrow then they need to be able to see their heroes in action.