KNVB deletes FC Emmen-Helmond Sport, case will still get a sequel Football

sport">“Helmond Sport has always done everything it can to prevent infections by adhering to the corona guidelines and applying a strict test policy,” wrote the number sixteen of the Kitchen Champion Division. Despite this, Helmond Sport apologizes for the situation that has arisen, especially towards FC Emmen. We deeply regret that we are unable to fulfill our sporting duty due to force majeure.”

sport">According to the KNVB, Helmond Sport does not meet the guidelines drawn up by the association to postpone matches due to corona. According to the rules of the football association, clubs must play if they have a minimum of twelve field players plus one goalkeeper. Corona must be the main cause for the many absentees. That turned out not to be the case on Thursday, when Helmond Sport asked for a postponement, according to the football association.

sport">The KNVB put a line through the game on Friday because Helmond Sport refuses to go to Emmen. “It will become clear in the coming weeks what will happen to the match,” said the KNVB.

sport">Helmond Sport is probably threatened with a penalty, but the football association could not say anything about that on Friday.

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