PREM Clubs today agreed to fulfil their upcoming fixtures, after discussing potential postponements to matchweeks. All 20 Premier League sides attended the meeting, althought no vote was held, despite some calls from managers to postpone matches. The Premier League’s deal with Amazon was believed to be a sticking point for any potential postponements.
The Premier League said: “It was confirmed at a Premier League club meeting today that while recognising a number of clubs are experiencing COVID-19 outbreaks and challenges, it is the League’s collective intention to continue the current fixture schedule where safely possible. The health and wellbeing of all concerned remains our priority and the League will continue to monitor and reflect public health guidance, always proceeding with caution. A range of issues were discussed at this afternoon’s meeting, including the adaption of the Premier League COVID-19 postponement process in response to the impact of the Omicron variant.”
Clubs are now being advised if they have 13 fit players, plus a goalkeeper, they will have to play games.
