English football has been transformed in 20 years since Hillsborough disaster . Disaster created demand for all - seater grounds , investment in infrastructure . Top clubs also benefited from creation of Premier League and sale of TV rights . The English Premier League is now the world 's most watched sporting event .
English football has been transformed in 20 years since Hillsborough tragedy . Disaster created impetus for all-seater grounds , improvements in infrastructure . Top clubs also benefited from creation of Premier League and sale of TV rights . The English Premier League is now the world 's most watched sporting league .