The Premier League fight will not take place on time due to the abundance of sick and injured guests.

The match of the 21st round of the Premier League between Southampton and Newcastle will not take place on January 2, as it was planned according to the calendar - the official website of the "

Due to the large number of sick and injured players in the first team, Newcastle management sent a motion to the Premier League board to postpone the match, which was granted.

Newcastle with 11 points (19 matches) is ranked second in the standings. Southampton comes 13th (21 points after 19 games).