Liverpool the latest EPL club to furlough non-playing staff members
Liverpool have placed some non-playing staff on furlough as the Premier League remains suspended due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
PFA: players’ 30 per cent wage cut will cost government over £200m
The Professional Footballers’ Association has warned that Premier League players taking a 30 per cent salary cut would amount to the government losing out on in excess of £200 million in tax revenues.
Behind-closed-doors games cleared for TV after Uefa lifts Saturday 3pm blackout
Broadcasters will be able to screen Premier League games kicking off at 3pm live for the remainder of the season after Uefa lifted restrictions.
5 players who could be back to full fitness when EPL resumes
The Premier League has been postponed indefinitely as the coronavirus pandemic grips the world. FourFourTwoSA takes a look at the Premier League players who will benefit from the impromptu hiatus.
Fifa raises age limit for men’s football at Tokyo Olympics to 24
Fifa has raised the age limit to 24 for the men’s football tournament at next summer’s rearranged Olympics.
Uefa, ECA presidents’ letter says cancelling competitions is ‘last resort’
Leagues and clubs across Europe have been warned that cancelling competitions due to the coronavirus pandemic at this stage is ‘premature’ and ‘unjustified’.
Solskjaer praises ‘real heroes’ in NHS
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes footballers have a responsibility to act as role models and support the “real heroes” working in the NHS.
Henderson hails Liverpool’s never-say-die spirit under Klopp
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson believes the ‘never say die’ attitude instilled by boss Jurgen Klopp is an essential part of the team’s identity.
Atletico players take pay cut to help support club’s staff
Atletico Madrid players will help supplement the salary of 430 club employees after agreeing a wage deal.
Chelsea team up with Refuge to help tackle domestic abuse
Chelsea have joined up with charity Refuge to raise money to support women and children experiencing domestic abuse during the coronavirus crisis.