EFL seeks to delay fixtures in order to let fans in
December 1 slate could be pushed back by a day after new guidance, while RFU plots fans' return from December 6
A general view ahead of a match at the Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth. Bournemouth are among the clubs currently due to host matches on December 1st
THE EFL said today that it will try to delay its December 1 fixture schedule by one day in a bid to get fans into stadiums, as sport expressed wary optimism over supporters’ return.
On Monday Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that as of December 2 up to 4,000 supporters can attend matches depending on levels of Covid-19 in the area.
The long-overdue decision was described as a “lifeline” by EFL chairman Rick Parry, who is now seeking to get fans in as quickly as possible.
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