Melita has said that it’s Technical Centre in Madliena is currently undergoing a number of upgrades and installations in preparation for the 7th August launch date of the Stars channels, including a new playout system. This investment follows hot on the heels of other technical upgrades which were implemented earlier this year prior to the launch of the high definition service.

The company said that as a result of this investment, Melita television subscribers will now enjoy even more exclusive sports content including, for the first time in Malta, the Brazilian Serie A. The Campeonato Brasileiro da Série A is the highest division of Brazilian football and showcases top-flight football from the 5 time World champions’ nation. All Melita L and XL TV subscribers will be able to access Malta Stars for free with broadcasts of local sporting events. In addition, Melita XL TV subscribers will also have free access to Football Stars 1, Football Stars 2, All Stars and Stars HD. Football Stars 1 and Football Stars 2 will provide live coverage of international football such as the Spanish Primera Liga, Bundesliga, Carling Cup, UEFA EURO 2010 Qualifiers, Bayern Munich TV, Barca TV amongst other international football matches.

This football package will be offered from €9.99 a month with free HD access for Champions league games and other international football matches on Melita Sports HD (High Definition) for all customers enjoying a Melita Netbox HD, Melita concluded.

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