Leicester’s clash with Norwich on Boxing Day has been postponed after a request was submitted to the Premier League. The Foxes and the Premier League released a statement on Thursday night confirming the news.
The Premier League clash became the 16th to be cancelled due to Covid.
Earlier on this week, Leeds United vs Aston Villa and Arsenal vs Wolves were also scrapped, with Covid continuing to wreak havoc in the Premier League.
A statement published by the Premier League on Thursday night read: “Following a request from Norwich City, the Premier League Board met today and regrettably agreed to postpone the club’s fixture at Leicester City’s King Power Stadium, due to be played at 15:00 GMT on Saturday 1 January.
“The Board accepted Norwich’s application as the club do not have the required number of players available for the match (13 outfield players and one goalkeeper), due to COVID-19 cases and injuries.
“The decision by the Board was able to be made in advance of the fixture to give clarity to the affected clubs and their fans. We apologise for the inconvenience and disruption caused to supporters’ festive plans.
“The League is aware that the recent decisions to postpone matches will disappoint supporters, and understands their frustrations at a special time of year when fans look forward to attending and watching football games.
“The League aims to provide as much clarity as possible, but unfortunately postponements sometimes have to be made at short notice, as safety is our priority. Where possible, the League will endeavour to keep supporters updated if games become at risk on a matchday.”
Full list of Premier League games to have been postponed due to COVID outbreaks
12/12 – Brighton vs Tottenham
14/12 – Brentford vs Man Utd
15/12 – Burnley vs Watford
16/12 – Leicester vs Tottenham
18/12 – Man Utd vs Brighton
18/12 – Southampton vs Brentford
18/12 – West Ham vs Norwich
18/12 – Watford vs Crystal Palace
18/12- Aston Villa vs Burnley
19/12 – Everton vs Leicester
26/12 – Liverpool vs Leeds
26/12 – Wolves vs Watford
26/12 – Burnley vs Everton
28/12 – Leeds United vs Aston Villa
28/12 – Arsenal vs Wolves
1/1/22 Leicester vs Norwich