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Southampton chief hopes Premier League will be on TV 'every day' once coronavirus gets under control

Southampton chief executive Martin Semmens controversially called for a return to Premier League action despite social distancing measures amid the coronavirus pandemic, saying televised matches would "show that we're fighting back".

The English top flight is currently suspended until April 30, with the season not expected to resume until many weeks after that date.

Semmens told BBC Radio Solent he feels that the nation would benefit from Premier League games being played and televised daily, given that people are spending an increased amount of time in their homes.

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"We have to do what is right and safe for the general public," Semmens said.