Blackpool's weekend trip to Gresty Road thrown into doubt after Crewe postpone game against Oxford over Covid-19 concerns

Blackpool’s game against Crewe Alexandra on Saturday has been thrown into doubt.
By Matt Scrafton
Published 13th Oct 2020, 15:42 BST
Updated 13th Oct 2020, 15:44 BST
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Crewe were due to take on Oxford United tonight in a rearranged fixture after the original match between the two sides was postponed on October 3.

The game was called off just 35 minutes before kick-off when Crewe defender Omar Beckles tested positive for Covid-19.

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The fixture was rescheduled for tonight, but that has also been postponed following latest government advice - throwing Blackpool’s trip to Gresty Road on Saturday in doubt.

According to a statement from the EFL, Crewe informed them they were “unable to fulfil the fixture”.

The EFL said: “The EFL can confirm that Crewe Alexandra’s League One fixture with Oxford United this evening has been postponed.

“Following consultation with the club, they have determined they’re unable to fulfil the fixture.

Blackpool are due to take on Crewe Alexandra at Gresty Road on SaturdayBlackpool are due to take on Crewe Alexandra at Gresty Road on Saturday
Blackpool are due to take on Crewe Alexandra at Gresty Road on Saturday
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“The decision has been taken after the club considered the relevant guidance from the government and the EFL.

“The League will now continue to work with the club to ensure the fixture with Blackpool and subsequent games go ahead as planned.”

Crewe were in action at the weekend, beating Wigan Athletic 3-0.

Blackpool have been contacted for comment.

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