Last weekend, the Premier League chose to suspend games in a show of respect for the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Why is there no English football this weekend?
All English and Scottish football has been postponed this weekend following The Queen’s death on Thursday. The Premier League, Championship, League One and League Two have all been postponed, as well as the start of the new Women’s Super League season, and all non-League and grassroots fixtures.
Why is Premier League not on TV on Saturday?
This follows a rule set in place since the 1960s, when Burnley chairman Bob Lord successfully convinced fellow Football League chairmen that televised matches on Saturday afternoons would negatively impact the attendance of lower league games.
Why are 3pm Premier League games not on TV?
Premier League games that kick off at 3pm on a Saturday are not on TV because of a British law that dates back 60 years that states no live matches can be shown between 2.45pm and 5.15pm on a Saturday – known as the Saturday 3pm blackout rule.
Why is the Premier League not playing?
A number of Premier League matches have been postponed recently due to COVID-19 outbreaks at clubs. The League appreciates that calling off fixtures is very disappointing and inconvenient for supporters, and it is always with regret that these decisions are made.
Why is football not on 26th March?
Following on from a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Non-League Day is back (Saturday 26th March) for the current international break.
Why is all Premier League postponed?
The Premier League has announced that all Premier League fixtures are postponed following the death of the Queen Of England.
Why are 3pm Saturday matches not televised?
3pm “blackout”
In the 1960s, Burnley F.C. chairman Bob Lord successfully convinced fellow Football League chairmen that televised matches on a Saturday afternoon would have a negative effect on the attendances of other football league games that were not being televised and as a result reduce their financial income.
Where can I watch the Premier League this weekend?
Remember: you can watch all 380 Premier League games across NBC, USA Network, NBCSports.com and Peacock. We’ve got you covered.
Where can I watch Premier League 3pm kick offs?
Soccer fans in the U.S. can watch all 380 games of the 2022/23 Premier League campaign via NBC Sports. The games will be spread between NBC, the NBC Sports Network (NBCSN), CNBC, USA and the Peacock streaming service, as well as being available on the NBCSports.com (opens in new tab) website.
What is Saturday 3pm blackout?
The EFL are considering lifting the blackout rule, which bans football matches from being televised at 3pm on a Saturday, as part of upcoming negotiations over their broadcast rights.
Why is Liverpool vs Chelsea postponed?
Premier League statement
Seven of the 10 Premier League fixtures this weekend will be played, with three games postponed due to events surrounding the Queen’s funeral.
Is the Premier League going to be suspended?
The Premier League will remain suspended and will only come back when it’s ‘safe to do so’. In a statement the Premier League said original plans to bring the league season back in May will no longer happen.
Why is there no Premier League on Saturday 29th January?
However, the answer to the question around the fixture gap is simple. The reason why no fixtures are being played on January 29 and 30 is because the Premier League has entered its official winter break. Premier League bosses introduced the winter break during the 2019-20 season.
What football is on 26th March 2022?
Results & Matches on: Sat, 26 Mar 2022
| International Friendly | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sa 26Mar 2022 | Doncaster | Charlton |
| Sa 26Mar 2022 | Accrington | Gillingham |
| Sa 26Mar 2022 | Ipswich | Plymouth |
| Sa 26Mar 2022 | AFC W’bledon | Cambridge U |
What football is on on the 26th of March?
This fixture will form a key part of Gareth Southgate’s squad’s preparation for this year’s 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. The match against Switzerland on Saturday 26 March (5.30pm kick-off) will be designated as the ‘Alzheimer’s Society International’ in support of The FA’s official charity partnership.
Why is Premier League not playing this week?
At a meeting on Friday, Premier League clubs paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. To honour her extraordinary life and contribution to the nation, and as a mark of respect, the weekend’s Premier League match round was postponed, in addition to Monday evening’s game.
Why is the Liverpool game delayed?
Liverpool Football Club can confirm the postponement of the home game against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday September 10. This decision was made by the Premier League following the sad passing of Her Majesty The Queen. The fixture will now be rescheduled, with updated details to follow in due course.
Why is the Premier League stopping in January?
For this reason, the FA is hoping that a winter break at the end of January will give England’s players a rest ahead of next winter’s tournament. This decision is understandable, especially for English teams in the top division, which usually play not one, not two tournaments a year, but four.
Can you watch Premier League on Saturday?
Premier League TV rights 2021/22
BT Sport typically shows games in the weekly Saturday lunchtime slot. Sign up for a BT Sport subscription or pick up a contract-free BT Sport monthly pass for £25.
Why is there a TV football blackout?
The blackout rule was introduced during the 1960s when Football League chairmen believed televised matches had a negative impact on attendances at matches being played at the same time.