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Suspension of Premier League extended until April 30

The FA has confirmed that there will be no professional football in England, including the Premier League, until at least April 30 as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.

The governing body released a statement on Thursday, which said: "The FA, Premier League, EFL and women’s professional game, together with the PFA and LMA, understand we are in unprecedented times and our thoughts are with everyone affected by COVID-19.

"We're united in our commitment to finding ways of resuming the 2019-20 football season and ensuring all domestic and European club league and cup matches are played as soon as it is safe and possible to do so.