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Premier League: Arsenal‘s game against Chelsea rescheduled

Premier League leaders Arsenal’s home game against Chelsea has been postponed to May 2 over policing issues.

The English Premier League made this known via a statement isued on Tuesday, April 11.

The game was earlier scheduled to be played on April 29 at the Emirates Stadium.

“The initial scheduling of this match was approved at a Safety Advisory Group (SAG) meeting in February.

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“However, the Metropolitan Police has now revised its position regarding the kick-off time and requested a further SAG meeting which determined the match had to be re-scheduled,” the Premier League said.

Arsenal, who play second-placed Manchester City on April 26, will have a five-day break after the top-of-the-table clash before they face London rivals Chelsea.

“After working to try to find a solution with the Met Police, we are very disappointed with the impact and disruption this fixture change will cause to our supporters,” Arsenal said in a statement.

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