NITN | @@notintownlive | 13 Mar 2020, 07:33 am
London/NITN: Amid spread of coronavirus in different corners of the globe, all elite football games in England, which draws a huge number of spectators in the grounds, has been suspended until at least Apr 3.
Officials said all Premier League games, EFL fixtures and matches in the FA Women's Super League and Women's Championship have now been postponed.
The official website of the Premier League said: "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, FA, EFL and WSL have collectively agreed to postpone the professional game in England
— Premier League (@premierleague) March 13, 2020
Full statement: https://t.co/XcDyzBp4Ol pic.twitter.com/cmYjoY3LRR
Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters said: "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."
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