Scottish football could end the long-standing Saturday 3pm television blackout as part of a major broadcasting shake-up, according to reports on October 29, 2026.
The blackout, which prohibits live broadcasts of matches during the traditional Saturday afternoon slot, has been in place for decades to protect attendances at lower-league games. Discussions are now underway with broadcasters and stakeholders about lifting the restriction, which would allow live coverage of Scottish Professional Football League matches on Saturday afternoons.
No final decision has been announced, but the potential change signals a significant shift in how fans in Scotland could watch domestic football in the future.
