West Ham's Moyes says rules for postponing games unclear
3 years ago

West Ham's Moyes says rules for postponing games unclear

The Hindu  

West Ham United manager David Moyes said the rules for postponing Premier League matches are not being adhered to after as many as 16 games were called off this month due to injuries and COVID-19 related issues. West Ham had its home game against Norwich City on December 18 postponed due to injuries, COVID-19 cases and illness reported among players and staff in the visitors' camp. Despite several fixtures being postponed due to a surge in COVID-19 cases, Premier League clubs have agreed to continue playing games scheduled over the festive period. West Ham has lost two of its last three games in all competitions played within six days, including a League Cup quarter-final defeat at Tottenham Hotspur.

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West Ham problems - what is going wrong with David Moyes' team in Premier League bottom three?
2 years, 3 months ago

West Ham problems - what is going wrong with David Moyes' team in Premier League bottom three?

Daily Mail  

Almost a year ago, West Ham were collecting points at such a prolific rate there was a very real possibility they could challenge for a Champions League place. West Ham striker Gianluca Scamacca cuts a dejected figure after Sunday's loss to Everton Manager David Moyes couldn't bear to watch at times as his side slumped to another defeat The Hammers …

Premier League tweaks postponement rules ahead of new season
2 years, 6 months ago

Premier League tweaks postponement rules ahead of new season

The Hindu  

Premier League games from next season can only be rescheduled if the impact of player unavailability on a club's squad is "truly exceptional", the league said on Wednesday following a raft of postponements during the last campaign. Twenty-two matches were postponed last season due to COVID-19 outbreaks and the subsequent unavailability of players, with the league being criticised by clubs …

West Ham boss David Moyes insists the Premier League 'are getting it wrong'
2 years, 11 months ago

West Ham boss David Moyes insists the Premier League 'are getting it wrong'

Daily Mail  

David Moyes has accused the Premier League of failing to 'understand what recovery means' after West Ham suffered a blow to their top-four hopes against Leeds. The Scot was left angered by the scheduling inconsistency that saw West Ham forced to play a rearranged fixture with Norwich on Wednesday, whereas Leeds, who still have two games to make up, were …

Liverpool's League Cup clash with Arsenal postponed due to COVID-19
3 years ago

Liverpool's League Cup clash with Arsenal postponed due to COVID-19

Firstpost  

Liverpool’s League Cup semi-final first leg match with Arsenal, scheduled to be played on Thursday, has been postponed due to a surfeit of COVID-19 cases, Liverpool announced on their website. London: Liverpool’s League Cup semi-final first leg match with Arsenal, scheduled to be played on Thursday, has been postponed due to a surfeit of COVID-19 cases, Liverpool announced on their …

Carabao Cup: Liverpool want Arsenal semifinal match postponed over COVID-19
3 years ago

Carabao Cup: Liverpool want Arsenal semifinal match postponed over COVID-19

India TV News  

Highlights Team training was cancelled at Liverpool on Tuesday after more COVID cases among players and staff The EFL said it would make a decision "once the circumstances have been fully reviewed” 18 EPL games have been postponed in recently while other major leagues have been on winter break Fearing suspected COVID-19 cases at the club, Liverpool have urged the …

Everton's COVID-19 cases, injuries force Premier League to postpone Burnley game
3 years ago

Everton's COVID-19 cases, injuries force Premier League to postpone Burnley game

Hindustan Times  

COVID-19 cases and injuries at Everton forced the Premier League to accept the club's request for a postponement and called of their Boxing Day fixture away at Burnley, the league said on Friday. General view of a corner flag before the match It is the 13th Premier League game to be called off due to COVID-19 and third Boxing Day …

Premier League: Burnley-Everton Postponed Due to Merseysiders' Coronavirus Outbreak
3 years ago

Premier League: Burnley-Everton Postponed Due to Merseysiders' Coronavirus Outbreak

News 18  

Burnley’s match at home to Everton on December 26 has become the latest Premier League fixture to be postponed due to a coronavirus outbreak, it was announced Friday. But that initial plea was rejected despite Everton manager Rafael Benitez saying he only had nine fit outfield players at his disposal for the fixture on Boxing Day, traditionally one of the …

'Absurd' to play twice in four days given COVID, says Liverpool's Lijnders
3 years ago

'Absurd' to play twice in four days given COVID, says Liverpool's Lijnders

The Hindu  

Liverpool assistant manager Pepijn Lijnders said on Tuesday that it was "absurd" that Liverpool has to play two games in four days given the number of COVID-19 cases and injuries at the club. Both the Premier League and English Football League announced on Monday that fixtures during the busy festive period will go ahead as planned despite the surge in …

Mourinho: No more games should be postponed over COVID-19 - Football News - Sportstar
3 years, 11 months ago

Mourinho: No more games should be postponed over COVID-19 - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

No more Premier League games should be postponed because of COVID-19 outbreaks if the season is to finish on schedule, according to Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho. Mourinho described England’s top flight as “unprofessional” after Tottenham’s home game against Fulham was postponed on December 30 after a COVID-19 outbreak in the Fulham ranks. Fulham manager Scott Parker said being given …

Spurs still expect to face COVID-hit Villa: Mourinho - Football News - Sportstar
3 years, 11 months ago

Spurs still expect to face COVID-hit Villa: Mourinho - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Tottenham Hotspur is preparing for its Premier League game at Aston Villa to go ahead on Wednesday despite its opponent being hit by a COVID-19 outbreak, manager Jose Mourinho said. Villa had to field academy players in its 4-1 FA Cup third-round loss to Liverpool last Friday after nine first team players and five staff members tested positive for the …

West Ham v Man City is POSTPONED as the Women's Super League faces Covid chaos
4 years ago

West Ham v Man City is POSTPONED as the Women's Super League faces Covid chaos

Daily Mail  

Manchester City's match at West Ham in the Women's Super League has been called off after four players tested positive for coronavirus following a Christmas break in Dubai. Manchester City's game at West Ham has been postponed in the Women's Super League after four players tested positive for coronavirus - it is not known who among the team travelled to …

Ancelotti: Everton yet to receive clarification for City game postponement
4 years ago

Ancelotti: Everton yet to receive clarification for City game postponement

The Hindu  

Everton has not yet received a clarification from the Premier League fully explaining the reasons why Monday's match against Manchester City was called off, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Wednesday. The Premier League agreed to rearrange the game as a precaution after City lodged a request when fresh COVID-19 cases were detected in its squad but Everton asked for a …

Premier League clubs could halt the season for TWO WEEKS in January after surge in Covid-19 cases
4 years ago

Premier League clubs could halt the season for TWO WEEKS in January after surge in Covid-19 cases

Daily Mail  

Premier League clubs have discussed the possibility of stopping the season for two weeks in January to prevent a spread in coronavirus cases, Sportsmail understands. Premier League chiefs are discussing stopping the season for two weeks in January after an outbreak that has seen Man City's game against Everton postponed PREMIER LEAGUE COVID-19 TEST RESULTS FOR 2020-21 SEASON Round 1: …

Moyes demands explanation on why fans cannot attend West Ham vs Man City
4 years, 2 months ago

Moyes demands explanation on why fans cannot attend West Ham vs Man City

The Hindu  

West Ham United boss David Moyes on Friday questioned the logic in allowing fans to watch a screening of their match against Manchester City at a cinema near their home ground while spectators continue to be barred from entering stadiums. Premier League matches have been played without fans since June due to the COVID-19 pandemic but Saturday's game will be …

Premier League clubs agree matchday protocols
4 years, 6 months ago

Premier League clubs agree matchday protocols

The Hindu  

All 20 Premier League clubs have approved a range of matchday protocols for next week’s resumption of action after a three-month stoppage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest shareholders meeting on Thursday discussed the details of medical and operational measures, including how many backroom staff will be allowed to attend away games. The Premier League’s Project Restart kicks off …

Coronavirus Outbreak: Brighton, West Ham raise doubts over plan of neutral venues to complete remainder of premier league
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus Outbreak: Brighton, West Ham raise doubts over plan of neutral venues to complete remainder of premier league

Firstpost  

The Premier League, which held a conference call with all clubs on Friday, hopes team training sessions can resume within weeks but games are not likely to be played for at least another month. West Ham vice-chair Karren Brady said “no one wants” neutral stadiums but was not as direct in her opposition to the league’s “Project Restart” plan, given …

West Ham, Crystal Palace pre-season fixtures in Australia postponed
4 years, 8 months ago

West Ham, Crystal Palace pre-season fixtures in Australia postponed

The Hindu  

West Ham United and Crystal Palace's pre-season fixtures in Australia have been postponed amid the coronavirus pandemic. "It is a real shame that we will no longer be able to make it over to Queensland this summer, however, it is the right decision to postpone given the circumstances," West Ham manager David Moyes said in a statement. "The players and …

Premier League return date still not clear, says Brady
4 years, 8 months ago

Premier League return date still not clear, says Brady

The Hindu  

West Ham chief executive Karren Brady claims the Premier League’s return date is still unclear despite hopes the top-flight season can restart in June. The Premier League said on Friday that wrapping up the remaining 92 fixtures remains its goal, but the on-going coronavirus crisis means no fixed schedule can be drawn up yet. READ: No deadline set but Premier …

David Moyes fears injury pile-up if Premier League resumes
4 years, 8 months ago

David Moyes fears injury pile-up if Premier League resumes

The Hindu  

West Ham United manager David Moyes fears a rash of injuries to players should there be a desperate rush to complete the Premier League season if the coronavirus relents sufficiently to allow the resumption of football. The Premier League has now ditched plans to get back underway at the start of May and a further complication is that a number …

David Moyes fears injury pile-up if Premier League resumes
4 years, 8 months ago

David Moyes fears injury pile-up if Premier League resumes

Deccan Chronicle  

London: West Ham manager David Moyes fears a rash of injuries to players should there be a desperate rush to complete the Premier League season if the coronavirus relents sufficiently to allow the resumption of football. The Premier League has now ditched plans to get back underway at the start of May and a further complication is that a number …

Coronavirus(Covid-19): Gary Neville calls for festival of football
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus(Covid-19): Gary Neville calls for festival of football

The Hindu  

Gary Neville has no problem with the top competitions squeezing in as many matches as possible after the coronavirus pandemic and feels it would create a joyous "festival of football". But a packed stint of fixtures could ensure 2019-20 is wrapped up promptly and former Manchester United captain Neville feels a period of constant matches would bring people together. "If …

Coronavirus outbreak: English Premier League suspended until at least April 30, season extended indefinitely
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus outbreak: English Premier League suspended until at least April 30, season extended indefinitely

India Today  

England's Premier League and Football League's current season has been postponed until at least April 30 due to the coronavirus crisis, following a video conference meeting on Thursday. The Football Association, Premier League, EFL and women's professional game bodies, along with players and managers associations, agreed to extend the formal end-date for the 2019/2020 season "indefinitely" in a bid to …

Premier League: Club managers vent anger at festive workload as injuries pile up among ranks
5 years ago

Premier League: Club managers vent anger at festive workload as injuries pile up among ranks

Firstpost  

It’s tough to know who had the bigger workload during a Premier League festive period perhaps like no other — the players or the clubs’ medical departments. “Like all things in life, it’s about quality over quantity,” said Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, who has been one of the most vocal critics about the workload asked of a modern-day player. “And …

Premier League: 'It's a crime,' Tottenham Hotspur boss Jose Mourinho joins chorus against hectic Christmas scheduling
5 years ago

Premier League: 'It's a crime,' Tottenham Hotspur boss Jose Mourinho joins chorus against hectic Christmas scheduling

Firstpost  

Tottenham Hotspur coach Jose Mourinho has lashed out at the Premier League’s congested fixture list over the Christmas period which means his side have to travel to face Norwich City two days after beating Brighton & Hove Albion 2-1 on Thursday. London: Tottenham Hotspur coach Jose Mourinho has lashed out at the Premier League’s congested fixture list over the Christmas …

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