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Moving forward, it is crucial that the footballing bodies ensure that the decisions they make are not solely motivated by financial gain but also reflect the values and identity of the beautiful game. Supporters who go to games have already been made to pay too many times due to the lack of consideration from broadcasters and the Premier League. The latest defeat came on Tuesday night as they made the journey across London to take on title-chasing Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium. Christmas Eve is a traditional time for family gatherings, last-minute festive preparations, and travel from afar to be with loved ones and friends. Spirit of Shankly opposes Premier League football on Christmas Eve and we strongly condemn the decision, driven by Sky Sports, to reschedule the Wolves v Chelsea fixture to this special family day.

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But while supporters of Chelsea and Wolves can vote with their feet, for those less fortunate who have no option other than to attend the match, it will be a less than ideal start to the Christmas break. The former midfielder took charge of the Blues until the end of the season following the sacking of Graham Potter at the start of last month.

There aren’t many dates in the calendar that would bring such a negative reaction from supporters but Christmas Eve is one of those dates. The pictures shown in the listing are just examples and the product may appear different with your choice of personalised text. LIVE IN COMFORT: Made from 300 gsm anti-pill, soft fleece material, this blanket will keep you warm and cosy all winter long. Christmas Eve is a day when families prepare to spend time over the festive period together and over the last 28 years has been one of the few days where supporters can guarantee there is no football so they can make arrangements without having to miss watching the team they love.

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The festive fixtures are sacrosanct in the English game and the scheduling of this Christmas eve fixture goes against all principles for the match going supporters.Changing the day of this match means Wolves and Chelsea’s Boxing Day fixtures would move to December 27. Scheduling a football match on Christmas Eve imposes a considerable burden not only on supporters but also on their families and on matchday staff.