Premier League postpones next round’s matches as ‘mark of respect’ following death of Queen Elizabeth II
The Premier League has postponed all of its matches this weekend (including the Monday evening’s game) as a mark of respect towards Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away on Thursday. “As a mark of respect to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, this weekend’s Premier League match round will be postponed,” it said in a statement.
The official Twitter account of the league confirmed the decision.
“At a meeting this morning, 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, this weekend’s Premier League match round will be postponed, including Monday evening’s game,” the league said in a statement.
“Further updates regarding Premier League fixtures during the period of mourning will be provided in due course.”
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