TV premiere for PSG v Bayern: Amazon unveils video game mode | OneFootball

The Champions League clash between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Bayern on Tuesday evening will not only be an absolute sporting highlight – it will also mark a technical first for TV broadcasting. Amazon Prime Video is airing the match exclusively and, for the first time, introducing the new “Prime Vision” feature.

This allows fans to experience football like in a video game: Prime Vision offers numerous real-time data points and interactive graphics during the live broadcast, aiming to make the action more transparent and exciting.

Real-time Data and New Perspectives

Those who activate the Prime Vision option are treated to a data-driven football experience. The name and live stats—such as running speed, passing options, or the xGoal value (probability of scoring)—of the player currently in possession of the ball are displayed.

Tactical formations are also graphically represented, and the so-called momentum factor summarizes in real time which team currently has control of the game.

Replays and close-ups are shown without overlays to maintain clarity. Viewers can also deactivate the Prime Vision view at any time and return to the classic broadcast.

Using an AI algorithm that takes into account positions on the field, viewing angles, and running directions, the best passing options for a player are calculated and highlighted in color. For passes, the distance is displayed and the probability of completion is calculated.

A Step into the Future of Football

The PSG vs Bayern match is the very first game in which Amazon is testing this feature. With it, the streaming provider aims to create a completely new viewing experience—more interactive, data-rich, and closer to modern football than ever before.

Whether you’re a tactics enthusiast, a statistics fan, or simply a curious viewer: With Prime Vision, the Champions League will not just be watched, but experienced.

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