https://www.chelseafc.com/en/news/2022/02/10/
three-launches-first-live-5g-throughout-a-premier-league-stadium
Three launches first live 5G throughout a Premier League stadium at
Stamford Bridge
10 Feb 2022
Three's 5G network is now live across Stamford Bridge and in doing so
becomes the first Premier League stadium in the UK to switch on 5G across
its entirety, paving the way for the ultimate connected fan experience.
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Five former Blues - Gianfranco Zola, Eidur Gudjohnsen, William Gallas, Rob
Green and Geremi – were back at Stamford Bridge recently to mark the
achievement. Chelsea's '5 Gs' gathered on the pitch to welcome the arrival
of our newest signing and fastest ever squad member – 5G.
The move to 5G follows Three's commitment to support fan engagement at the
stadium and beyond. The capacity of Three's 5G means that everyone will be
able to access a seamless and connected experience on a home matchday.
Three customers with a 5G device can enjoy speeds of up to 250Mbps,
allowing for much faster upload and download speeds, browsing and even HD
streaming.
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The low latency and high bandwidth of 5G means fans can enjoy the game,
keep up with other scores, stream highlights in HD at half-time and video
chat with friends to meet up for a drink and snack – a simple task that
frustrates many fans when visiting stadiums.
Three has also expanded its 4G capacity, so even if you have an older
device you will still be able to access improved in-stadium capabilities.
The upgrade also paves the way for the ultimate connected fan experience.
For instance, through an augmented reality overlay fans could study
in-game player statistics such as distance covered, shots on target and
passes made all in real-time.
Three's commitment to bringing seamless 5G connection to the club also
stretches beyond Stamford Bridge. Instalments throughout the stadium will
not only bring fans and players closer together but also connect customers
from the moment they step off the tube, bus or train. Plans are also in
place to install 5G at both Cobham and Kingsmeadow.
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Three is also working with Chelsea to improve network coverage for those
living in the local area by installing microsites around the perimeter of
the stadium to further offload the surrounding network and keep everyone
connected.
Robert Finnegan, CEO at Three, said: 'We are thrilled to be the first to
deploy a fully operational 5G network here at Stamford Bridge. We are
proud to partner with such an iconic club and to be able to help drive
innovations in connectivity that will help shape the future fan experience
at Chelsea FC and many other stadiums across the UK.
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'5G will fundamentally change the way we work and play and it will be a
game-changer for the sports and entertainment business. With the multiple
possibilities around fan engagement and stadium management we are excited
at what the future holds.
Guy Laurence, Chelsea's CEO, added: 'What Three has achieved here at
Stamford Bridge is ground-breaking and a testament to the strength of its
5G network. The possibilities of how we can enhance the fan and stadium
experience are endless and our team is excited that it is now live.
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'Staying connected is essential for fans and mobile has become an integral
part of matchdays. 5G enables us to begin to merge the physical and
digital for ultimate fan experiences. With Three beside us, we will be
able to deliver the next generation of connected entertainment and
continue our quest to be one of the most innovative clubs in world
football.'
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