In a surprising move, the highly-anticipated Premier League clash between Manchester City and Liverpool won’t be happening at 5.30pm as originally planned. Daily Mail reports that concerns about potential fan trouble have led to this decision.
The match was scheduled for November 25 at the Etihad Stadium in the late Saturday slot on Sky Sports. However, the local safety advisory group, which includes the police, is expected to deny permission for an evening kickoff due to previous incidents during encounters between these two rivals.
As a result, the game’s start time has been shifted to 12.30pm, which has created a ripple effect on Arsenal’s game against Brentford. The Arsenal fixture was initially set for a 12.30pm kickoff on TNT Sports. Now, due to Manchester City’s schedule change, these two matches will effectively swap times, with the broadcasters maintaining their original schedules.
While details on the exact reasons behind this decision are scarce, it serves as a reminder that sometimes fans can take their passion for the game a bit too far. Football is meant to be enjoyed, and it’s important not to lose sight of the true spirit of our beloved sport.
