Sheffield Wednesday matches OFF due to coronavirus - read the full EFL statement

Sheffield Wednesday’s next three Championship fixtures have been postponed after the EFL elected to suspend the Championship until April 3.
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Owls clashes with Nottingham Forest at Bristol City and against West Brom will be rescheduled at a later date.

The suspension could well be extended if the coronavirus crisis is to continue.

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The EFL statement in full reads: “The FA, Premier League, EFL and Barclays FA Women’s Super League and FA Women’s Championship have collectively agreed to postpone the professional game in England until 3 April at the earliest.

“This action, which will be kept under constant review, has been taken due to the increasing numbers of Clubs taking steps to isolate their players and staff because of the COVID-19 virus.

“The postponements include all matches in the Championship, League One and League Two, as well as all Academy and youth team fixtures.

“In addition, Clubs are being advised to suspend indefinitely all non-essential activities which include, but are not limited to, player appearances, training ground visits and fan meetings.

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“Whilst the EFL Board has continued to take the advice and guidance offered by the Government and its health advisors, emerging developments mean now is the time to implement football’s contingency plans in response to the crisis.

The EFL have closed the football league calendar until April 3.The EFL have closed the football league calendar until April 3.
The EFL have closed the football league calendar until April 3.

“A further update on these plans will be given post an EFL Board Meeting next week.

“This decision has not been taken lightly, but the EFL must prioritise the health and well-being of players, staff and supporters while also acknowledging the Government’s national efforts in tackling this outbreak.”