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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Pa Sport Staff

Steven Gerrard ‘selfishly’ wanted Premier League to play on but understands postponements

PA Wire

Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard admits he wanted the Premier League to continue following the Queen’s death for “selfish” reasons, but says “some things in life are bigger than football”.

Villa were unable to back up their morale-boosting 1-1 draw with champions Manchester City last weekend when all football fixtures in the UK were postponed as a mark of respect to the late monarch.

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