AFC Fylde will play tomorrow as National League opts against halting matches

AFC Fylde’s National League game against Aldershot Town remains due to go ahead despite the global coronavirus pandemic.
AFC Fylde are set to play tomorrow afternoon    Picture: Steve McLellanAFC Fylde are set to play tomorrow afternoon    Picture: Steve McLellan
AFC Fylde are set to play tomorrow afternoon Picture: Steve McLellan

The league held a board meeting on Friday to decide whether to follow the example set by other competitions in suspending matches.

However, a statement issued on Friday afternoon said: “Following a board meeting held today, the National League has decided to allow matches in its three divisions to proceed as planned this weekend.

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“The National League will keep the operation of its competition under constant and diligent review, and will remain in compliance with government advice at all times.

“The Football Association has offered its guidance, and made it clear the decision to continue or to suspend a competition is a matter for each league to make.

“The National League places the welfare and wellbeing of all those involved in and connected to its competition as the highest priority.

“All clubs and supporters are encouraged to stay up to date with the latest public health advice.”