Oldham Athletic's kick off time on Saturday moved, due to HRH Prince Philip's funeral.
Date published: 12 April 2021
Latics game against Morecambe affected by HRH Prince Philip's funeral
Oldham Athletic's away match on Saturday April 17, against Morecambe, will see some changes, to be announced, so it doesn't clash with HRH Prince Philip's funeral.
The EFL announced on Saturday night that all matches scheduled for 3pm on April 17 will be moved.
The league will now work with clubs to determine when the games should take place.
A statement said: “As a mark of respect, EFL matches scheduled for 3pm on Saturday, April 17 will be moved to avoid a clash with the funeral of HRH the Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
“The EFL will now work with clubs to determine at what time the matches will be played, giving consideration to the timing of the service.
“An announcement will follow in due course.”
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