Burnley FC and Rezzil Announce First-Ever VR Matchday Broadcast Experience.

Roger Hampel

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Burnley Football Club has officially launched a virtual reality (VR) matchday experience in partnership with Rezzil, the leading name in VR sports technology. The initiative will debut during the Clarets’ pre-season friendly against Lazio on August 9, 2025, marking the first-ever live football match broadcast in immersive VR via the Premier League Player app.

A New Chapter in Football Fan Engagement

With the help of Rezzil’s advanced VR platform, Burnley fans will be able to watch the full match in real time from a virtual seat inside Turf Moor, using Meta Quest headsets. The experience includes panoramic pitch views, match commentary, and live visuals with official kits and branding – all offered for free on the Meta Quest Store.

“This partnership with Rezzil and Premier League Player allows us to share the magic of Turf Moor in a truly immersive way,” said Burnley Chairman Alan Pace.“It reflects our forward-thinking approach to fan engagement and our commitment to global supporters.”

Key Features of the VR Broadcast:

• Panoramic pitch view from a virtual seat inside Turf Moor

• Live commentary and visuals, including real-time branding and kits

• Solo-viewing environment for immersive, uninterrupted access

• Free access to the broadcast on the Premier League Player app via Meta Quest Store

  
  

The launch comes as part of Burnley’s strategic plan to enhance fan experience through digital innovation and to bring global supporters closer to the club ahead of their Premier League return under manager Scott Parker.

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Used by elite athletes and clubs for performance enhancement, Rezzil’s technology is now being leveraged to engage supporters in a new dimension of matchday entertainment.

“We’re thrilled to collaborate with Burnley FC and the Premier League Player to bring fans a truly next-generation football experience,” said Andy Etches, Co-Founder of Rezzil.“It’s a new way to watch football; it’s like having a seat in the stands.”