Aston Villa’s Premier LeagueThe fixture at Southampton on Friday night is expected to proceed as it stands.
Every game in the UK at every level – from Premier League to grassroots – was postponed across Friday, Saturday and Sunday as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
The Premier League has yet to confirm whether or not the whole top-flight schedule will resume this weekend ahead of the late monarch’s funeral on Monday, September 19.
It is understood that West Midlands Police gave the green light for Friday’s 8pm BST kickoff at Villa Park.
Nottingham ForestAre due to face FulhamHowever, the authorities have yet to confirm whether this game or seven others on the weekend will get the green light. Brighton & Hove Albion’s clash against Crystal Palace Safety reasons had already caused the postponement.
The Queen’s funeral will demand the roll-out of an unprecedented security and policing operation, with a focus firmly on resources in the capital.
It has been estimated that 10,000 police officers will be on duty, with the local Metropolitan force’s numbers supplemented by colleagues drafted in from other parts of the UK.
Tottenham Hotpsur will be hosting Leicester CitySaturday night before ArsenalVisit Brentford at a London derby ChelseaYou are at home LiverpoolSunday afternoon
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