Bolton vs Brentford: Postponed Championship fixture will NOT take place this week, EFL confirm

Bolton vs Brentford: Postponed Championship fixture will NOT take place this week, EFL confirm
Bolton’s Championship clash against Brentford will not take place this week after being postponed over the weekend, the EFL has confirmed.The fixture was originally scheduled to take place last Saturday, but it was cancelled as Wanderers players boycotted over unpaid wages.Bolton have been told they must fulfil their two outstanding fixtures – the Brentford clash as well as the final day trip to Nottingham Forest on Sunday – with the EFL to decide on Thursday when the Brentford match will take place.The Brentford game will not be rearranged for this week, with the EFL confirming it could take place after the last round of fixtures has been completed.“The EFL has this morning confirmed that Bolton Wanderers’ suspended Sky Bet Championship fixture with Brentford will not be played this week,” a statement released by the governing body read.“The EFL Board will now determine on Thursday 2 May 2019 as to what arrangements are to be put in place in regards to the fixture and Bolton Wanderers will be instructed accordingly. “As previously advised EFL Regulations do provide for any League match to be played within four days of the end of the normal playing season (Sunday 5 May 2019).“The EFL reserves its position in relation to the Club not making the arrangements to play the game at the earliest opportunity and this matter will be brought to the attention of the Independent Disciplinary Commission the Club has been referred to at the appropriate time.”

LIVE ON talkSPORT

talkSPORT is your home of live football! Here's what's coming up on talkSPORT and talkSPORT 2...
  • Millwall vs Bristol City (Tuesday, 7:45pm) talkSPORT 2
  • Swansea vs Derby (Wednesday, 7:45pm) talkSPORT 2
  • Barcelona vs Liverpool (Wednesday, 8pm) talkSPORT
  • Eintracht Frankfurt vs Chelsea (Thursday, 8pm) talkSPORT 2
  • West Ham vs Southampton (Saturday, 3pm) talkSPORT 2
  • Cardiff vs Crystal Palace (Saturday 5:30pm) talkSPORT
Businessman Laurence Bassini had looked set to complete a takeover of the ailing club, already relegated to League One for next season, but that was thrown into doubt on Monday.In an earlier statement, released on Saturday, Bolton accused Bassini of failing to keep his pledge that players and staff would be paid during the takeover process.The club confirmed on Tuesday that Bassini will meet with EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey having had the Monday deadline for discussions extended.A statement read: “All parties have agreed that in the event of the EFL not being satisfied with the proposed funding structure presented by Mr Bassini then negotiations will cease with immediate effect and Mr Bassini will withdraw his interest in the club.”

The signing of Bertrand Traore has come under scrutiny

Forever Football is for football fans by football fans it's that simple. Keep up with the latest news, scores, read fan opinions and so much more!

The Stade de France is home of France’s football team

Brendan Rodgers believes Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola thrives off the pressure of the Premier League title race. Liverpool's dramatic 3-2 win over Newcastle on Saturday means City need to beat Leicester to return to the top-flight summit on Monday, with commentary live on talkSPORT.
Man City: Brendan Rodgers explains why Pep Guardiola will

How profitable has your club been this season?

Arsenal's hopes of finishing in the Premier League's top four took another dent as they were beaten 3-0 by Leicester City at the King Power Stadium. The Gunners had to play 55 minutes with 10-men after Ainsley Maitland-Niles was booked twice in the opening exchanges and from then on an already dominating Foxes side crushed their opponents.
Ten-man Gunners lose again as top four hopes fade further

Manuel Lanzini has not played for West Ham since May

Juventus star Leonardo Bonucci insists he was 'misunderstood' over controversial comments about Moise Kean's racial abuse explainer The Italy defender came under fire after saying his team-mate provoked the racist abuse he endured against Cagliari on Tuesday Leonardo Bonucci insists his comments concerning the racial abuse Juventus team
Leonardo Bonucci backtracks on criticism of Juventus team

West Ham are definitely not out the relegation scrap

Harry Kane injury news: Mauricio Pochettino hints Tottenham striker could start Champions League final on the bench and have 'decisive' role against Liverpool Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino has hinted Harry Kane could be fit enough to start on the bench for their Champions League final against Liverpool. And he talkSPORT 2 days ago
Harry Kane injury: Mauricio Pochettino delivers cryptic

Eden Hazard appears to have just one more game to play for Chelsea before he leaves the club

Apr 05, 2019 · Leagues, clubs to meet for tricky Champions League talks. Leaders of the top European leagues and clubs will hold talks next month on Champions League reforms that could cause a split at the upper
Leagues, clubs to meet for tricky Champions League talks

Crystal Palace owners Josh Harris and David Blitzer

Manchester United legend Ferdinand refuses to name Van Dijk as best defender in the world Ben Guest 11/03/2019 Premier League 0 Rio Ferdinand has refused to name Virgil van Dijk as the best centre-back in the world, saying that the Dutchman needs to win some medals before he can be considered among the games best.

Mansur Calar puts his hands to the throat of an opponent

Manchester United have been told to ditch their recent trend of signing big-name and big-money stars and instead aim to bring the world's best young players to Old Trafford. Neil Warnock has hailed the club's interest in 21-year-old Swansea winger Daniel James, and believes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should look to make similar signings this summer.
News list for ole gunnar solskjaer urged to forget signing

Tottenham training has been a little different ahead of the Champions League final

Declan Rice insists he's ready for England call-up after switching allegiance. The West Ham youngster could find himself in Gareth Southgate's next Three Lions squad
Declan Rice gets call-up to England squad after switching

Aaron Wan-Bissaka is being watched by the Premier League’s top clubs

Man Utd transfer news live: Liverpool record to be beaten, Real Madrid and Spurs latest MAN UTD TRANSFER NEWS LIVE - All the latest Manchester United gossip from Old Trafford.
Transfer news live: Real Madrid open Paul Pogba talks

Could this be England’s starting XI against Scotland?

Jorginho has urged Maurizio Sarri to not take the Juventus job as it would be seen as a 'betrayal' by Napoli fans. The Chelsea boss is favourite to land the manager's post in Turin following the departure of Massimiliano Allegri.
Jorginho tells Maurizio Sarri not to take Juventus job as it

Post a Comment

0 Comments