The Premier League on Wednesday confirmed that the ultimate two match weeks of the 2020-21 season will likely be restricted to residence fans, topic to the UK Government easing lockdown restrictions.
Supporters are anticipated to have the ability to return to stadiums from May 17 in a lowered capability, pending the ultimate Government resolution on deliberate Step 3 circumstances, which will likely be introduced no later than May 10.
The #PL has right this moment confirmed that the ultimate two Matchweeks of the 2020/21 season will likely be restricted to residence fans, topic to the Government easing lockdown restrictions within the United Kingdom
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— Premier League (@premierleague) May 5, 2021
The Premier League final week confirmed fixtures have been rescheduled to supply a chance for every membership to host one residence match with supporters earlier than the top of the season.
Matchweek 37 will now be performed on May 18-19, with the ultimate matches of the season kicking off on Sunday 23 May as deliberate.
“Following consultation with clubs, it was agreed matches would not be open to away supporters due to varying operational challenges across the League and the need to deliver a consistent approach, while maximising the opportunity for home-fan attendance,” the Premier League stated in an official assertion.
The security and safety of supporters are of paramount significance. Clubs have a confirmed observe file of offering COVID-safe environments and have operational plans in place prepared to securely welcome supporters again to their stadiums.
Fans have been significantly missed at Premier League matches and this marks a key step in direction of full stadiums, together with away fans, from the beginning of the 2021/22 season.
Manchester City is presently on the high of the Premier League standings, adopted by Manchester United at second place.
