Chelsea’s English defender Reece James scores past Brighton’s Australian goalkeeper Mathew Ryan during the English Premier League football match between Brighton and Hove Albion and Chelsea at the American Express Community Stadium in Brighton, southern England on September 14, 2020. (Photo by PETER CZIBORRA / POOL / AFP)
Premier League clubs on Thursday urged the government to stick to its proposal to allow a partial return of fans to stadiums from October 1.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said last week ministers would review the target date for a return of crowds following a spike in coronavirus cases.
Pilot events are currently restricted to 1,000 spectators.
The English top-flight was forced to finish last season behind closed doors and the new campaign has also started in empty stadiums.
The Premier League and its clubs emphasised their commitment to safety after meeting on Thursday.
“Safety remains the number one priority and clubs reiterated their commitment…
Source: Guardian Newspaper
