FA Cup final could be played in October as situation worsens due to coronavirus in UK

FA Cup final will be played in October after it was postponed due to coronavirus outbreak in England. FA has made it clear that competition will t be cancelled at any cost. This news comes at a time when all sporting fixtures in England have been suspended due to spread of coronavirus in UK.

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FA Cup final in October? 

FA has ruled that all football results below three National League divisions will be cancelled but like Premier League, FA Cup final will take place. FA released a statement on matter. It said that clubs that are still involved in competition are close to reaching final. It was, refore, necessary for fans of se clubs to keep ir Wembley dreams alive. 

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FA Cup final in October? FA Cup final behind closed doors?

FA Cup fixtures as of w are - Leicester City vs Chelsea, Newcastle United vs Manchester City, Arsenal vs Sheffield United and rwich City vs Manchester United. It is reported that FA is exploring ways and means through which competition could be completed. Among a list of suggestions, playing fixtures behind closed doors is also being considered.

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FA Cup final in October? Premier League, EFL to meet next week

Premier League executives are set to meet again next Thursday. Furr discussions will be held on ways to ensure that league campaign is completed. EFL will also host a meeting next week with pushing suspension until April 30 on cards.

FA Cup final in October? Coronavirus in UK

Premier League clubs have agreed to fact that season must be completed. Failure to do so would lead to heavy financial losses in form of broadcasters’ revenue. Premier League considers it viable to play remaining fixtures behind closed doors once situation improves.

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