Premier League, Champions League and Europa League suspended
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The Premier League has confirmed that the league will be suspended until the beginning of April due to the coronavirus outbreak.
SI reports that after a meeting took place on Friday morning with all the Premier League clubs, a decision has been made to postpone all fixtures, with a return to action on April 4th at the earliest.
“Following a meeting of Shareholders today, it was unanimously decided to suspend the Premier League with the intention of returning on 4 April, subject to medical advice and conditions at the time.”
The Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters added: “Above all, we wish Mikel Arteta and Callum Hudson-Odoi speedy recoveries, and everyone else affected by COVID-19. In this unprecedented situation, we are working closely with our clubs, Government, The FA and EFL and can reassure everyone the health and welfare of players, staff and supporters are our priority. Despite the challenges, it is the Premier League’s aim is to reschedule the displaced fixtures, including those played by Academy sides, when it is safe to do so. In this fast-moving environment, further updates will be provided when appropriate.”
All competitions including Champions League and Europa League postponed
All Uefa competitions, including Champions League and Europa League matches due to be played next week, have been postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak.
The draws for the next rounds, set for 20 March, have also been postponed.
In the Champions League, Manchester City v Real Madrid, Juventus v Lyon, Barcelona v Napoli and Bayern Munich v Chelsea are all postponed.
Manchester United, Wolves and Rangers’ matches in the Europa League are off.
