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EXCLUSIVE: Premier League clubs fear it'll be 'impossible' to host matches at the 'dreaded 6pm slot' when fans return next month - with concerns over sufficient staff numbers as many workers have other jobs during the day

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Premier League clubs have raised concerns that they will be unable to stage matches when fans return.

The competition has shifted its calendar to ensure each club gets a home game in front of supporters before the end of the season. As Sportsmail revealed, they have moved Saturday matches on the penultimate weekend of the campaign to the following midweek, to take them beyond the May 17 date set by Government for the easing of restrictions which allows a limited number of spectators to be present.

However, clubs hosting matches are worried they will be asked to schedule kick-offs at 6pm, which has become a regular slot during the pandemic.