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.
Wage deferral talks and NHS pledge – key points from Premier League announcement
The Premier League confirmed players will hold talks with their clubs over wage deferrals and football will not restart in early May because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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.
De Bruyne would prefer full 2020-21 season over finishing current campaign
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne says the 2020-21 season must not be compromised in order to complete the current campaign.
Liverpool psays it was wrong for Atletico tie to go ahead
Liverpool council’s director of public health Matthew Ashton has suggested the rise in coronavirus cases in the city may be influenced by the decision to allow the Reds’ Champions League match against Atletico Madrid to take place.
Harry Kane was right to raise concerns, now Tottenham have a decision to make
The striker’s comments carry a legitimacy given his relationship with Tottenham, but with Kane in his prime Spurs need to decide if now is the time to cash in.