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Sportsnet, TSN2, Setanta partner on BPL soccer


TORONTO – In yet another example of competing networks working together, Rogers Sportsnet, TSN2 and Setanta Canada have signed an agreement that will give the three networks Canadian broadcast rights to England’s Barclays Premier League (BPL) matches over the next three seasons.BPL is widely regarded as one of the top soccer leagues in the world and is also one of the most-watched. Made up of 20 member clubs, the English-based league includes some of the most popular teams in the world of soccer such as Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Arsenal.TSN2 will air the early Saturday morning matches, (7:30 am ET)...