Premier League is in a position to handle localised lockdowns, but may not be able to cope with another national one.
11.06.2020 - 18:03 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester City vs Arsenal will kickstart a feast of fixtures aimed at finishing the 2019/20 season with as little disruption possible to the next campaign. With the players having been away from training grounds for more than two months, concerns have been raised about how the players will cope with the physical demands being asked of them from an intense calendar.
Premier League is in a position to handle localised lockdowns, but may not be able to cope with another national one.
When is the FA Cup semi-final draw?The FA have confirmed the draw will take place on Sunday, June 28, during the half-time interval between Newcastle and Man City.Can fans watch the FA Cup semi-final draw?Supporters will be able to watch the semi-final draw live on BBC One in the UK.Fans watching from another location will be able to stream the dream via the Emirates FA Cup's official Facebook, Twitter and YouTube accounts.What are the FA Cup semi-final draw ball numbers?1 Sheffield United or
Manchester City's home game with Liverpool will take place at the Etihad Stadium. The fixture was one of a number where a neutral venue was considered, with concerns that fans could congregate outside the stadium as Liverpool close in on the Premier League title.
United will play their first competitive fixture since March on Friday when they take on Jose Mourinho's Tottenham side away from home.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men remain in the hunt for a top four finish in the Premier League which would see them secure a return to the Champions League. United could also still win the FA Cup and Europa League this season, with UEFA confirming how their competitions will be completed yesterday.
Manchester City facing Arsenal at the Etihad.
Paul Pogba should be given more attacking freedom when he returns later this week.United are back in Premier League action on Friday night after a three-month break as they travel to North London to face Tottenham Hotspur.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer knows a positive result for his side is crucial if they are to maximise their chances of Champions League qualification, and they are set to be boosted by the returns of both Pogba and Marcus Rashford.French midfielder Pogba is yet to feature for United
Manchester City and Arsenal, will kick-off a feast of football that will see all remaining 92 matches shown live on TV.
Manchester United and Man City.A statement from FIFA said: "The new temporary regulatory amendments approved by the Bureau of the Council are as follows: Get the latest breaking Manchester United news and analysis every day direct to your inbox with our free MUFC newsletterSign up here - it only takes a few seconds."In order to avoid any concerns regarding unemployed players, players are permitted to be registered with a maximum of three clubs and are eligible to play in official matches for
Premier League channels. While those fans without a Sky subscription will be able to watch 25 of those 64 games on Sky’s free-to-air Pick channel.
United last played - their 5-0 win over LASK Linz in the Europa League - they were without seven players due to injury.Solskjaer has already confirmed his squad now has a clean bill of health, so United will be looking suitably strong when they take to the pitch at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Here's a rundown of the players who were missing in Austria.Marcus RashfordThe England forward has been out of action since aggravating a back injury in an FA Cup third-round replay against Wolves back in
Manchester United have found their very own David Silva in the signing of Bruno Fernandes.Fernandes was awarded the Premier League player of the month award for February and will be looking to continue his electric form when United travel to face Tottenham in two weeks' time.United legend Scholes admits he is impressed by the immediate impact made at Old Trafford and he has compared Fernandes with Man City legend David Silva.“Sometimes it just takes one player to turn a team around and knit a
Reports emerged last month linking United and City with a move for the Uruguayan winger, who currently plays for boyhood club Penarol.Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid have also been linked with the teenager, along with Newcastle United.His agent, Nicolas Rotundo, has now been interviewed by Uruguayan radio show La Oral Mediodia, and confirmed United's - and City group's - interest - but says that the player is happy where he is.In a blow to both club's chances, Rotundo also claimed that, if the
Premier League clubs will be able to make five substitutions for the remainder of the season after a temporary rule change was agreed on Thursday.
Liverpool fans are the supporters most in favour of Project Restart with 90 per cent backing the resumption of football in contrast to 80 per cent of Manchester City fans who oppose it, according to our new survey.
Sixty percent of Manchester United fans are against the Premier League season restarting, according to our new survey.
Former Manchester United defender Dennis Irwin believes that all of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s signings ‘have been great’ and hailed the risk factor Bruno Fernandes has brought to Old Trafford.
Manchester United and Manchester City may face the prospect of having just two weeks to prepare for the start of the next Premier League season if they reach the final of their European competitions.
Fans could be able to watch their side in the FA Cup final at Wembley as plans are being explored to allow 10,000 supporters from each side that makes the final.
Greater Manchester Police are working with Manchester United and Manchester City to try and ensure both clubs remaining home Premier League fixtures can be played at Old Trafford or the Etihad Stadium.