Premier League to resume this weekend

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Premier League to resume this weekend as vital games on Sunday has been postponed by the authority.

The Premier League have issued a statement that the league will resume its play this weekend following a week break.

All the English didn’t hold last week due to the death of the queen of England Elizabeth II as all games were postponed.

The Premier League have released a statement weekend matches will hold but some matches will be postponed.

Brighton & Hove Albion’s fixture against Crystal Palace, that was due to be played on Saturday 17 September, will be postponed.

Chelsea’s match against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, and Manchester United’s home match v Leeds United will also be postponed.

A statement from the official site of the Premier League stated that “Premier League fixtures will resume this weekend after a pause to the season as a mark of respect following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

“Seven of the 10 Premier League fixtures this weekend will be played, with three matches postponed due to events surrounding The Queen’s funeral.

“In addition, kick-off times will change for two Premier League matches.

“Matches postponed on Sunday 18 September are Chelsea’s matches against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge, and Manchester United’s home match v Leeds United.

“Brighton & Hove Albion’s fixture against Crystal Palace, that was due to be played at 15:00 BST on Saturday 17 September, will also remain postponed.

“Following extensive consultation with clubs, police, local Safety Advisory Groups and other relevant authorities, there was no other option but to postpone the three fixtures.

“The Premier League would like to thank the UK Football Policing Unit and other police forces across the country, as well as our broadcast partners, for their support during this process, and will continue to liaise with them ahead of the weekend.

“For the matches being played during the period of National Mourning, tributes will be paid to The Queen at Premier League stadiums.

“New dates for the postponed matches will be announced in due course.”

 

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