Plans are in place for more fans to return to English football games. Photo: Getty ImagesCrowds of up to 10,000 could be allowed back into English soccer stadiums from mid-May under a plan outlined by the British government on Monday to ease COVID-19 lockdown restrictions in England. "The FA is absolutely delighted fans will be allowed back soon," it said. The first stage of the easing of lockdown restrictions will allow the return of school sports from March 8. The second phase, from March 29, will permit the re-opening of outdoor facilities such as tennis courts and golf courses.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 22, 2021 19:07 UTC