Governing bodies prepared to make difficult decisions over coronavirus
A view of an LED sign informing fans that the game is off outside the London Stadium, home of West Ham United Football Club, following Friday's announcement that the Premier League has suspended all matches until Saturday April 4, 2020.

Governing bodies prepared to make difficult decisions over coronavirus

The Premier League, PFA and the EFL say some ‘difficult decisions’ will need to be taken in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

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PFA calls for talks with Premier League and EFL over coronavirus wage deferrals
A view of an LED sign informing fans that the game is off outside the London Stadium, home of West Ham United Football Club, following Friday's announcement that the Premier League has suspended all matches until Saturday April 4, 2020.

PFA calls for talks with Premier League and EFL over coronavirus wage deferrals

The Professional Footballers’ Association has called for urgent talks with the Premier League and the EFL over the financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic on players and clubs.

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Premier League stars launch Football United campaign to help local communities
England's Callum WIlson

Premier League stars launch Football United campaign to help local communities

England striker Callum Wilson and Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin are among a group of Premier League players to launch the #FootballUnited initiative, which aims to raise money for local communities impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Spanish Football Federation aims to guarantee viability of clubs with loan fund
General view of the stadium before the training session at Benito Villamarin Stadium, Seville.

Spanish Football Federation aims to guarantee viability of clubs with loan fund

The Spanish Football Federation has made a fund of €500 million – approximately £450m – available in loans to help clubs experiencing financial difficulties because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Minister Mthethwa holds clear-the-air meeting with Khoza, Jordaan
Minister of Sport, Arts and Recreation Nathi Mthethwa, SAFA President Dr Danny Jordaan and PSL President Dr Irvin Khoza

Minister Mthethwa holds clear-the-air meeting with Khoza, Jordaan

Minister of Sport, Arts and Recreation Nathi Mthethwa has met with Safa president Danny Jordaan and PSL chairman Irvin Khoza to resolve ‘outstanding issues’ following the suspension of football due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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