EFL chairman reveals how Sheffield Wednesday fans could see every game live should 2019/20 season be resumed

EFL chairman Rick Parry has reached out to fans in an open letter, and reiterated his desire for the 2019/20 Championship season to be concluded despite the ongoing disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Professional football is currently under lockdown, with clubs providing their players with individual training regimes to maintain their fitness, amid hopes that the campaign could be resumed should a safe and practical solution be found.

In his latest statement, Parry admitted that games are likely to be played behind-closed-doors, and said: "To give you an honest assessment of the current situation; the point at which you will be able to attend games again remains unclear. Please be assured, however, that we are going to welcome you back to stadiums as soon as it is safe to do so.

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"Your contribution to the matchday experience and atmospheres created in stadia up and down the country is something we should never take for granted. Unfortunately, I cannot tell you today when football will resume, though whenever we do return, matches are likely to be played without crowds.

"And whilst we are unfortunately without the presence of the hundreds of thousands of supporters who pass through EFL turnstiles each week, we will endeavour to bring live football direct into your homes once it returns. Plans are continuing to be worked up for all games to be broadcast either via our broadcast partners, iFollow or equivalent Club streaming services. We will update you on this once we know when matches will recommence.”

The full statement can be read here.

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