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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
David Hytner

Premier League clubs fear more games will be postponed next weekend

Manchester United players observe a minute’s silence following the death of the Queen on Thursday
Manchester United players observe a minute’s silence at Old Trafford on Thursday. Premier League clubs have raised concern over a possible fixture pile-up. Photograph: Dave Thompson/AP

Premier League clubs are fearful of losing further fixtures next weekend due to policing and logistical issues after deciding to postpone the entire programme this weekend as a mark of respect to the Queen.

The clubs met in London on Friday morning and heard the league’s board unanimously recommend the postponement of the most immediate round – a move at odds with most other major sports, who have decided to play on.

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