Premier League confident matches will continue despite impending second UK lockdown but will wait until Government sets out their plans to give green light
The Premier League is confident any second Covid-19 lockdown won’t interrupt the season but will wait until the Government unveils full details before making a final decision.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is considering a month-long lockdown across England in the hope the rising rate of coronavirus infection can be slowed before Christmas.
No decision has been taken yet as to whether professional sport will have to be halted as was the case when the first lockdown was announced in March.
The Premier League is confident the season would be able to continue in the event of a second national Covid-19 lockdown. Pictured is Sunday’s Manchester United vs Chelsea match
Premier League sources told Sportsmail they are confident their Covid-19 safety protocols and testing regimes are robust enough for games to continue even if a second national lockdown is announced.
However, it is likely any second lockdown will set back the return of supporters to stadiums in the Premier League well into next year.
More to follow.
