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The Premier League round 16 match was postponed three hours before opening hours due to the influence of Covid-19.
Fulham contacted Premier League organizers to postpone the match due to a sharp increase in the number of Covid-19 cases in their team. This information was later confirmed almost three hours before the start time.
Authorities are concerned that the match in Tottenham Hotspur increases the risk of an outbreak. Image: SOUP.
“The match between Tottenham and Fulham, scheduled for 18:00 tonight, has been postponed following the Premier League board meeting,” Twitter announced by the Premier League.
“Fulham have submitted a request to Premier League management to reschedule the match in response to the sharp increase in the number of Covid-19 cases, as well as the fact that many players have symptoms of infection. Consultation of medical experts and decision to postpone the game. This is a precaution aimed at prioritizing the health of the players and staff. People who participate in this match will be reevaluated immediately. that is, “adds this tournament.
Before the announcement, at more than 2:00 p.m., Tottenham coach José Mourinho posted a video above Instagram to express their disappointment at the delay of the tournament organizers. He wrote: “The game is at 6pm … We still don’t know if there are kicks or not. The most professional tournament in the world is here.
This is the third Premier League game to be postponed this season. On Monday, the Everton – Man City game was postponed less than four hours before 2,000 fans could enter Goodison Park.
“The low number of infections due to club membership gives us full confidence in our Covid-19 prevention procedures. The Premier League believes that other matches will arrive on time. We pray. Hopefully those infected with the virus will recover quickly. The Tottenham match – Fulham will be scheduled to be played another day, “announced the Premier League.
Quang Huy
