Burnley FC pioneers virtual reality fan experience at Turf Moor

• Collaborates with Rezzil to deliver a next-generation experience to feel the pulse of the crowd and the drama on the pitch as if you’re right there beside the action.

Burnley FC is shaking up the Premier League by inviting fans to experience matches at their iconic Turf Moor stadium—without ever stepping outside.

Thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration with VR innovators Rezzil, supporters will get a ‘first-of-its-kind’ view of Burnley’s pre-season showdown against Lazio on August 9, all from the comfort of home.

All it takes is a special headset. With it, fans are transported straight into the stands, complete with authentic match day commentary and roaring stadium sounds.

Forget the days of peering at a flat screen—this is all about feeling the pulse of the crowd and the drama on the pitch as if you’re right there beside the action.

Burnley’s chairman, Alan Pace, couldn’t be prouder. “This move embodies our forward-thinking approach to fan engagement and demonstrates how committed we are to supporters around the world. By embracing Virtual Reality, we’re bringing fans closer to the club than ever.”

The magic behind this virtual leap? Manchester-based tech company Rezzil. While they’re best known for creating VR tools used by elite athletes for training and analysis, their mission to revolutionise football fandom is now fully underway. Rezzil’s Andy Etches puts it plainly:

“We’re excited to team up with Burnley and the Premier League to deliver a next-generation experience. It really is the next-best thing to being at the match – maybe even better for some!”

This is only the beginning for VR in football. As more clubs look to broaden their reach and deepen connections with distant supporters, experiences like Burnley’s could soon become the gold standard for match day excitement from anywhere in the world.