Udinese Calcio can now confirm the procedures for media representatives attending Udinese home games at Dacia Arena based on the rules and protocol decided upon by FIGC, Lega Serie A and the relevant authorities.
Accreditation and access procedures remain unchanged, since the protocol is the same as that used in the 2020/21 season.
On matchday, TV operators involved in television coverage of the event can enter via gate C1 from four and a half hours before kick-off. All personnel must be in possession of a pass valid for that day with their name on it.
In accordance with COVID-19 rules, TV operators will have their body temperature checked and must sign a self-certification form provided by the stewards. Please note that a Green Pass (EU Digital COVID Certificate) is COMPULSORY and this will be scanned by stewards using a verification app.
Any persons working in TV production without a Green Pass will – AS AN EXCEPTION – be able to take a rapid test at gate C1 up to two hours before the start of the match.
Masks must be work inside at all times and outside where there are gatherings.
TV operators will be provided with working areas and toilets beneath the South Stand and near the OB Van area. All vehicles with access to the OB Van area must have a certificate certifying that they have been sanitised.
As for the press, in accordance with the safety protocol a maximum of 30 journalists (excluding the match broadcaster) may be accredited for each fixture.
Journalists will be selection based on the importance of the media outlet, with each allowed no more than one accredited journalist – except in cases of specific need for national newspapers – to ensure as wide a coverage as possible.
Each journalist must be in possession of a ticket with their name and assigned seat in the press box written on it. These may not, under any circumstances be modified or transferred to another person.