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Premier League may see reduced crowds into next year: govt adviser

Premier League - Crystal Palace v Tottenham Hotspur

Sporting venues in England are unlikely to get the green light to fill to capacity this year and the entire 2020-21 Premier League season could be played in front of reduced crowds, a senior government adviser has said.

The British government announced plans this month to allow spectators at selected trial events to 'stress test' new guidelines.

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