Four Harrogate Town employees self-isolate as coronavirus fears cancel match against Solihull Moors football club

Four Harrogate Town AFC employees are currently under self-isolation, as the club announces that tonight's National League away fixture against Solihull Moors has been cancelled due to coronavirus fears.
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In a statement, Harrogate Town said: "It is with regret that we have had cause to apply to The National League for the postponement of our league fixture this evening with Solihull Moors.

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"We have four employees currently under self isolation and we have a duty of care for the health and wellbeing of players, staff and supporters. We trust you will support our decision."

Four Harrogate Town AFC employees are currently under self-isolation, as the club announces that tonight's National League away fixture against Solihull Moors has been cancelled due to coronavirus fears.Four Harrogate Town AFC employees are currently under self-isolation, as the club announces that tonight's National League away fixture against Solihull Moors has been cancelled due to coronavirus fears.
Four Harrogate Town AFC employees are currently under self-isolation, as the club announces that tonight's National League away fixture against Solihull Moors has been cancelled due to coronavirus fears.

Harrogate Town was due to play Solihull Moors tonight, with kick-off scheduled for 7.45pm.

Earlier today, it was announced that all Premier League and EFL matches have been postponed due to coronavirus fears.

In a statement, the EFL said: "The FA, Premier League, EFL and Barclays FA Women’s Super League and FA Women’s Championship have collectively agreed to postpone the professional game in England until 3 April at the earliest.

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"This action, which will be kept under constant review, has been taken due to the increasing numbers of Clubs taking steps to isolate their players and staff because of the COVID-19 virus.

Harrogate Town fans are 'in limbo' awaiting news of upcoming fixtures, following the announcement that Premier League and EFL matches have been postponed due to coronavirus fears. Copyright: jpimedia

"The postponements include all matches in the Championship, League One and League Two, as well as all Academy and youth team fixtures.

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"In addition, clubs are being advised to suspend indefinitely all non-essential activities which include, but are not limited to, player appearances, training ground visits and fan meetings.

"Whilst the EFL Board has continued to take the advice and guidance offered by the Government and its health advisors, emerging developments mean now is the time to implement football’s contingency plans in response to the crisis.

"A further update on these plans will be given post an EFL Board Meeting next week.

"This decision has not been taken lightly, but the EFL must prioritise the health and well-being of players, staff and supporters while also acknowledging the Government’s national efforts in tackling this outbreak."