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Statement on 2019/20 Academy Games Programme

1 May 2020
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Premier League clubs have agreed that this season's Academy Games Programme will be curtailed from Under-9s to Under-23s

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About the Premier League Games Programme
Premier League statement of 1 May

Premier League Shareholders have unanimously agreed to curtail the 2019/20 Academy Games Programme. 

This decision, which is independent of any discussions regarding the resumption of the 2019/20 campaign for first-team football, has been taken to give Academy staff and their players clarity at this challenging time.

The curtailment will include all Under-9 to Under-16 games as well as the Under-18 and Under-23 competitions.

The methodology for determining the final league standings and outcomes for the season will be decided at a future date.

Additionally, it is intended that any fixtures for the 2020/21 Academy season will not commence any earlier than would usually be expected. 

The decision has been made with the support of the EFL, which oversees the programme for Category Three and Category Four Clubs (Under-9 to Under-18).

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