All weekend games behind closed Doors.

[tim_noone]

Marvelous..

[paulatky]

Where have you seen that

[ElectroClaret]

Be a blessing for the Rovers fans, not having to watch that sh1te.

[tiger76]

Be a blessing for the Rovers fans, not having to watch that sh1te.

True but think of the horses.

[fidelcastro]

So, is it bullshit or not?

[tim_noone]

So, is it bullshit or not?

If BT are to be believed...No

[fidelcastro]

If BT are to be believed...No

BT are usually out of order

[slw]

Looking like some major sporting events in UK will be cancelled.

[Gordaleman]

So, is it bullshit or not?

Yes, it's bullshit. In fact, in the health minister's statement this evening, he said that they were following the scientific approach and that science said there was no advantage to playing behind closed doors.

Two reasons were given. 1. Viruses die quickly outdoors so there is little likelyhood of it being passed on and even if it was, it would only be to a few people near the infected person, not the the whole crowd. 2. If 'Behind closed doors' matches were televised instead, people would pile into nice warm pubs where the virus would be passed on easily.

The minister also said that this approach may change as more people become infected.

[fidelcastro]

Yes, it's bullshit. In fact, in the health minister's statement this evening, he said that they were following the scientific approach and that science said there was no advantage to playing behind closed doors.

Two reasons were given. 1. Viruses die quickly outdoors so there is little likelyhood of it being passed on and even if it was, it would only be to a few people near the infected person, not the the whole crowd. 2. If 'Behind closed doors' matches were televised instead, people would pile into nice warm pubs where the virus would be passed on easily.

The minister also said that this approach may change as more people become infected.

I don't know why people spread bullshit on here.

Sad.

[tim_noone]

Yes, it's bullshit. In fact, in the health minister's statement this evening, he said that they were following the scientific approach and that science said there was no advantage to playing behind closed doors.

Two reasons were given. 1. Viruses die quickly outdoors so there is little likelyhood of it being passed on and even if it was, it would only be to a few people near the infected person, not the the whole crowd. 2. If 'Behind closed doors' matches were televised instead, people would pile into nice warm pubs where the virus would be passed on easily.

The minister also said that this approach may change as more people become infected.

Why Was the PSG Game played Behind closed doors then?

[ElectroClaret]

The French and Spanish top two divisions are already due to go ahead behind closed doors.

I really don't think we'll be too far behind.

[Gordaleman]

The French and Spanish top two divisions are already due to go ahead behind closed doors.

I really don't think we'll be too far behind.

You're another who didn't see tonight's broadcast then.

The minister said he was fully aware of what was happening in other country's but that Britain was being led by the science.

[dsr]

I don't see there would be much point in closing sports grounds while leaving workplaces and shops open. It might marginally slow the spread, but surely it wouldn't make a big difference.

Possibly it might be as good a way as any to give vulnerable people every opportunity to self-isolate for the duration, so to speak, while allowing the less vulnerable to circulate freely, spread the disease quickly to get it over with, and possibly build up a "herd immunity" to some extent.

(That's just a thought, not a dogmatic statement.)

[tim_noone]

Yes, it's bullshit. In fact, in the health minister's statement this evening, he said that they were following the scientific approach and that science said there was no advantage to playing behind closed doors.

Two reasons were given. 1. Viruses die quickly outdoors so there is little likelyhood of it being passed on and even if it was, it would only be to a few people near the infected person, not the the whole crowd. 2. If 'Behind closed doors' matches were televised instead, people would pile into nice warm pubs where the virus would be passed on easily.

The minister also said that this approach may change as more people become infected.

BT are quoting the Times....so we will see if its Bullsh!t or not.

[Gordaleman]

BT are quoting the times....so we will see if its Bullsh!t or not.

I'm quoting the health minister in parliament tonight. I know who I'd rather believe.

[cricketfieldclarets]

I'm quoting the health minister in parliament tonight. I know who I'd rather believe.

Absolutely agree.

Tim, can You pick me a copy of the times up?

[tim_noone]

I'm quoting the health minister in parliament tonight. I know who I'd rather believe.

Yes.. well quote him tomorrow after the Cobra meeting.

[tim_noone]

Absolutely agree.

Tim, can You pick me a copy of the times up?

You will be up to speed on all matters tomorrow.

[Gordaleman]

Yes.. well quote him tomorrow after the Cobra meeting.

Do you even know what COBRA stands for? Thought not.

You've already had time to Google it.

[cricketfieldclarets]

Marvelous..

I’m sure leisure and co. Will be there.

[Quickenthetempo]

Yes.. well quote him tomorrow after the Cobra meeting.

Maybe put a question mark at the end of the thread title?

Until you know for sure.

[tim_noone]

Maybe put a question mark at the end of the thread title?

Until you know for sure.

Well I'll wager £20 against your £20. No need for a question mark.

[tim_noone]

I’m sure leisure and co. Will be there.

In Wetherspoons... no further.

[tim_noone]

Do you even know what COBRA stands for? Thought not.

You've already had time to Google it.

Two Edits.

[RingoMcCartney]

EVERY football game in England 'WILL be held behind closed doors with NO games to be shown in pubs'
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/footb ... -pubs.html

Premier League games 'to go behind closed doors' as UK coronavirus plan moves to next stage - Liverpool Echo
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/f ... s-17908870

Games to be played behind closed doors as part of coronavirus crisis plan | Sport | The Times
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/game ... -h8bcxm2bj

[tim_noone]

Thanks Ringo....

[Gordaleman]

Two Edits.

Yes, two edits. That's because I gave you time to answer and you couldn't, so I updated it.

[cricketfieldclarets]

Thanks Ringo....

You were right!

[cricketfieldclarets]

EVERY football game in England 'WILL be held behind closed doors with NO games to be shown in pubs'
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/footb ... -pubs.html

Premier League games 'to go behind closed doors' as UK coronavirus plan moves to next stage - Liverpool Echo
https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/f ... s-17908870

Games to be played behind closed doors as part of coronavirus crisis plan | Sport | The Times
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/game ... -h8bcxm2bj

Typical. Last away game for me this season. And dropped it in at tea time ‘so while I’m at city on Saturday...’

[tim_noone]

Yes, two edits. That's because I gave you time to answer and you couldn't, so I updated it.

You gave me time to Answer? Just stay on Topic regards your "Bullsh!t" comments.

[tim_noone]

You were right!

I dont do peter and the wolf as you know.

[cricketfieldclarets]

Now it’s thundering. Like mad.

Brexit. Corona. The bush fires. Iran. Huawei. Storm Jorge. Another storm en route and city away cancelled.

Apocalypse now!

[Gordaleman]

The Times report SUGGESTS the football season will not be postponed, but instead matches will be played behind closed doors.

So it's just a suggestion at this stage? That's not what the thread headline says.

Perhaps if we had a few more facts on here, it would make more sense?

[fidelcastro]

I dont do peter and the wolf as you know.

Boy who cried wolf!

[tim_noone]

Boy who cried wolf!

That's the one.

[cricketfieldclarets]

Boy who cried wolf!

But he’s right.

He said BT and other press had reported it’s due to be played behind closed doors and that’s what appears to be the case.

[fidelcastro]

But he’s right.

He said BT and other press had reported it’s due to be played behind closed doors and that’s what appears to be the case.

But he isn't, because as yet, it's not a fact!

[tim_noone]

But he isn't, because as yet, it's not a fact!

FACT!

[fidelcastro]

FACT!

[cricketfieldclarets]

But he isn't, because as yet, it's not a fact!

The key post is there.

[tim_noone]

I don't see there would be much point in closing sports grounds while leaving workplaces and shops open. It might marginally slow the spread, but surely it wouldn't make a big difference.

Possibly it might be as good a way as any to give vulnerable people every opportunity to self-isolate for the duration, so to speak, while allowing the less vulnerable to circulate freely, spread the disease quickly to get it over with, and possibly build up a "herd immunity" to some extent.

(That's just a thought, not a dogmatic statement.)

I Think some workplaces will Follow suit.

[cricketfieldclarets]

I Think some workplaces will Follow suit.

We have a training session tomorrow gearing up for it kicking into action at ours.

Luckily most if not all of us can work at home.

I suspect we will be told to do so from next week. I’m due out and about most of next week so not sure how that will affect things.

A lot of our customers are following suit. Ironically that’s a good thing for us as it means they need more of what we sell!

[tim_noone]

We have a training session tomorrow gearing up for it kicking into action at ours.

Luckily most if not all of us can work at home.

I suspect we will be told to do so from next week. I’m due out and about most of next week so not sure how that will affect things.

A lot of our customers are following suit. Ironically that’s a good thing for us as it means they need more of what we sell!

To Quote Gordaleman..Viruses die very quickly outdoors...so while your "out" and about there's nothing to worry about.

[Buxtonclaret]

Boy who cried wolf!

And is the duck still quacking in its tummy?

[RammyClaret61]

PSG behind closed doors stopped the crowds..... not.

https://youtu.be/UyhrthUhoZQ

[Taffy on the wing]

Yes, it's bullshit. In fact, in the health minister's statement this evening, he said that they were following the scientific approach and that science said there was no advantage to playing behind closed doors.

Two reasons were given. 1. Viruses die quickly outdoors so there is little likelyhood of it being passed on and even if it was, it would only be to a few people near the infected person, not the the whole crowd. 2. If 'Behind closed doors' matches were televised instead, people would pile into nice warm pubs where the virus would be passed on easily.

The minister also said that this approach may change as more people become infected.

Tek it on't chin!

[claretandy]

Why Was the PSG Game played Behind closed doors then?

And yet thousands of fans were outside the stadium, go figure.

[IanMcL]

Ludicrous.

All the scientists are saying outdoors is fine but enclosed spaces not.

Stay away from a pie and pint at half time!

[jdrobbo]

Sad that it has come to this but not unexpected.

For me, play this weekend’s game behind closed doors...I get that it’s too late for the whole league to make suitable alterations.

We then have one more game (at home to Watford) before we have our next international break.

I would suggest that the international break should get postponed. If clubs are allowed to re-arrange their fixture before it, then that will give a window of three or four weeks with minimal disruption.