Wrexham broadcasts select EFL games live in immersive venues across the USA
- Wrexham will broadcast live EFL games in immersive reality venues in the U.S.
- The first match, Wrexham vs. Barnsley, will take place on December 3, 2024.
- The initiative showcases the potential of technology in enhancing sports viewing experiences.
In an innovative approach to sports viewing, Wrexham Football Club, under the ownership of Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, is set to broadcast a series of EFL matches live in immersive reality venues located in the United States. The initial match to be screened is their fixture against Barnsley on December 3, 2024, taking place at Cosm's theatres in Los Angeles and Dallas. This event marks the inaugural game of six selected fixtures, which will include high-profile teams such as Leeds, Sheffield United, and Burnley, expanding Wrexham’s visibility in the American sports market. The immersive experience offered at Cosm's theatres features 180-degree domed screens designed to enhance the viewing experience, giving fans a virtual sensation of being in a stadium. This unique approach employs discreet 8K cameras situated around the stadium to capture various angles without interrupting the traditional broadcasting process. The results form a cohesive and engaging viewing experience described as