Football Canceled Despite Permission

The Premier League and Football League have suspended

all their matches for this weekend, despite the government allowing

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the game to continue after the Queen's death.

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After lengthy deliberations on Thursday night and early Friday morning,

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the decision was taken as the country entered its official period of mourning.

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The decision will add tension to an already busy schedule

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as the opening part of the season will have to be

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shortened due to the November Football World Cup final.

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Professional football in Scotland has also been canceled for this weekend.

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Next weekend's Premier League and English Football League are in

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jeopardy over how to safely stage them on the night of the Queen's burial.

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