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  1. SamScouse

    SamScouse Member+

    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
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  2. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
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  3. SamScouse

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  4. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
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    Liverpool fans could return to stadiums next month under new tier system plan
    https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/spo...s/fans-return-football-plan-breaking-19331819

    Liverpool are expected to find out later this week whether they will be allowed to welcome fans back in to watch home games.

    The Government on Monday released their winter plan aimed at dealing with the coronavirus pandemic over the coming months. Among a number of initiatives is the proposed return of spectators to sporting events once the national lockdown is lifted on December 2.

    Under the plans, regions in tier 1 will be allowed up to 4,000 spectators to watch outdoors sporting events such as Premier League matches.

    In tier 2, the number is halved to 2,000. Those in tier 3, though, would not be permitted to have any fans inside stadiums. It's anticipated the Government will reveal the composition of the tiers as early as Thursday.

    As things stand, the city of Liverpool hopeful it will be placed in tier 2 having seen their infection rate fall below the national average after being chosen for a pilot scheme of mass testing aimed at minimising the spread of coronavirus.
     
  5. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
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    Liverpool FC
    The Premier League will be split down the middle when the national lockdown ends next week, with half the division’s 20 clubs able to welcome back fans, including in Liverpool and London, and the other half not.

    In the Premier League no fans will be allowed at Aston Villa, Burnley, Leeds, Leicester, Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle, Sheffield United, West Bromwich or Wolverhampton Wanderers.

    The other 10 clubs in the top division can allow up to 2,000 supporters into stadiums because they fall into tier 2 restrictions: Arsenal, Brighton, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Everton, Fulham, Liverpool, Southampton, Tottenham and West Ham.

    Not a single club in England’s four top divisions falls into the lowest category of tier 1 restrictions, where 4,000 fans could be permitted. The tiers will be reviewed in mid-December.

    https://www.theguardian.com/footbal...n-but-not-in-manchester-and-other-areas-tiers
     
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  6. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
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    I have no clue how the club can decide which 2,000 people get to attend.
     
  7. speker

    speker Member+

    May 16, 2009
    Canada
    Club:
    Liverpool FC
    I've heard suggestions that the club will look at those living closest to Anfield to begin with. That will help to limit the numbers travelling distances to get to the ground.
     
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  8. Wingtips1

    Wingtips1 Member+

    May 3, 2004
    02116
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    Liverpool FC
    At what age is it allowed?
     
  9. SamScouse

    SamScouse Member+

    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
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    Liverpool FC
    Click on the link yourself.
     
  10. delaynomo

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    Jun 1, 2015
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  11. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
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    A statement from the PL: "The Premier League can today confirm that between Monday 23 November and Sunday 29 November, 1,381 players and Club staff were tested for COVID-19. Of these, there were 10 new positive tests.

    "Players or Club staff who have tested positive will self-isolate for a period of 10 days."
     
  12. SamScouse

    SamScouse Member+

    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
    Club:
    Liverpool FC
    Holy crap ......

    Every one of Newcastle's first team squad is in quarantine.
     
  13. speker

    speker Member+

    May 16, 2009
    Canada
    Club:
    Liverpool FC
    That's almost as many players out as we have.
     
  14. SamScouse

    SamScouse Member+

    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
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    Liverpool FC
    Newcy's game vs Villa on Friday has been postponed.
     
  15. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
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    France’s Stéphanie Frappart will become the first female official to take charge of a men’s CL game when Juventus host Dynamo Kyiv on Wednesday.
     
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  16. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
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    Project Big Picture is not dead, by ay means. Big changes coming for the Prem and European competitions - Covid has just slowed things down

    a long article but v interesting.

    https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/55131356
    Why football is facing major change, despite 'toxicity' of Project Big Picture plan
     
  17. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
    Club:
    Liverpool FC
    Supporters will be allowed to drink alcohol without ordering a substantial meal when football stadiums reopen on Wednesday – but only if they are seated in concourses or hospitality areas.

    Updated guidance, issued by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport in connection with the Sports Grounds Safety Authority, also requires each club to produce a code of conduct for spectators, including the wearing of face coverings on entry and in concourses, queues and toilets.

    “Given the higher risk of transmission associated with singing and shouting, event organisers should remind spectators of this and strongly therefore encourage the use of face coverings in all outdoor spectator settings, including seats/standing points,” the guidance states.

    Drinks will not be permitted in seats in the stands but stadiums will be allowed to provide temporary seats in concourses.
     
  18. B.A.

    B.A. Member+

    Sep 12, 2007
    IL
    Club:
    Liverpool FC
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    I would be happy just to watch a game in person again.

    As long as I could clap and shout - who cares if I had to wear a mask and not have a beer at my seat?
     
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  19. B.A.

    B.A. Member+

    Sep 12, 2007
    IL
    Club:
    Liverpool FC
    Nat'l Team:
    United States
    thanks for sharing.
     
  20. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
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    Liverpool FC
    Brexit cat among the PL pigeons ....

    The Football Association has announced a radical post-Brexit shake‑up that will mean Premier League and EFL clubs cannot sign foreign players until they are 18, with all transfers from European Union nations set to be subject to work permits that will be allocated using a points-based system.

    In a controversial move that could have seismic effects on the recent dominance of English clubs over their European rivals, a joint statement from the FA, Premier League and EFL confirmed on Tuesday that the new system, which will come into force when the UK’s transition period after leaving the EU ends on 31 December and has been approved by the Home Office, will also see Premier League clubs limited to signing no more than three overseas players under the age of 21 in any single transfer window and a total of no more than six per season.

    https://www.theguardian.com/footbal...-under-18-signings-in-post-brexit-regulations
     
  21. RobR

    RobR Member

    Liverpool FC
    Sep 9, 2020
    New York City
    Should improve Ajax's balance sheet.
     
  22. zaqualung

    zaqualung Member+

    Jun 17, 2015
    San Francisco
    Club:
    Liverpool FC

    For my two cents, the CL is already big enough. Any further enlargement will be a nail into domestic footballing leagues. I say no. Firm No.
    (Of course, no-one is asking me)
     
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  23. Wingtips1

    Wingtips1 Member+

    May 3, 2004
    02116
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    Liverpool FC
    How many sub-18 yr olds that have been signed by clubs have really broken through and made an impact?
    Fabregas is one that comes to mind. Can't really think of others.
     
  24. delaynomo

    delaynomo Member+

    Jun 1, 2015
    Club:
    Liverpool FC
    .......... also limit the number of U21 players that can be bought under a points-based system.

    At U21 or younger could include Sterling/Gomez?

    Or if foreign only U21 include Ronaldo/Jota/De Bruyne/Sane ..... I am sure there must be more?
     
  25. SamScouse

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    Jun 1, 2015
    Toronto
    Club:
    Liverpool FC
    https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/55172426
    Premier League and EFL agree rescue package amounting to £250m

    The Premier League and English Football League (EFL) have agreed a £250m rescue package to help ease the financial challenge faced by EFL clubs as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

    The EFL will be assisted in getting a £200m loan for Championship clubs.


    A £50m grant has been agreed for League One and Two clubs.

    EFL chairman Rick Parry said it was a "welcome, tangible commitment to the professional game at a time when it has needed it most".
     
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