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Manchester United and England footballer Marcus Rashford has hit the headlines, campaigning until the government made a U-turn on their decision to not extend free school meals into the summer. The Premier League striker took up the campaign following his own experiences of being a recipient when he was young. The campaign continues the 22-year-old’s community efforts during the coronavirus pandemic, as he’s raised money for charities and given his support to help the homeless in Manchester.
Oliver Dowden "hopes" fans can begin attending games again next season.
Culture secretary Oliver Dowden leads the daily Downing Street briefing. It comes as Premier League matches return tonight for the first time since March lockdown.
Some don't agree with football coming back, while others are buzzing to watch a game.
Premier League football is set to return on June 17, with horse racing due to resume as early as Monday at Newcastle.
"The first thing that Premier League footballers can do is make a contribution, take a pay cut and play their part," health secretary Matt Hancock said.
The English Premier League has been suspended over fears around coronavirus spreading. The news follows the revelation that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta had tested positive for the virus, with the first team all in self-isolation. Leicester City also have three players under observation, with Benjamin Mendy of Manchester City also in observation. The ruling follows other leagues across Europe.
Major sporting events have been affected by the Covid-19 outbreak.
The Premier League announced it will convene an emergency club meeting on Friday morning regarding future fixtures.
It is understood the situation could lead to an indefinite ban.