Arsenal’s Premier League fixture against Chelsea at the Emirates has been moved from April 29 to May 2 due to the request of the Metropolitan Police.
The Gunners who are fighting it out with champions Manchester City for the title and currently boast a six-point cushion have been notified by the Premier League about the rescheduling.
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The match which was scheduled for a night kick-off on April 29 has now been officially rescheduled to an evening kick-off on May 2 due to the request of the Metropolitan Police.
Premier League statement
A Premier League statement which says, "The initial scheduling of this match was approved at a Safety Advisory Group (SAG) meeting in February.
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"However, the Metropolitan Police has now revised its position regarding the kick-off time and requested a further SAG meeting which determined the match had to be rescheduled.
"We regret the need to move this fixture at late notice and the impact this will have on supporters.
Arsenal express their displeasure
Arsenal has also released a statement regarding the scheduling of the game and explaining why it was rescheduled. Although, they also express their displeasure regarding the decision.
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The Gunners are not involved in any other competition but the Cityzens still have Champions League and FA Cup assignments.
The club said on their official website, "This change has been made as a result of the Metropolitan Police revising its position on policing the match.
"After working to try to find a solution with the Met Police, we are very disappointed with the impact and disruption this fixture change will cause to our supporters, particularly after this match had been initially approved for a Saturday evening kick-off."
Arsenal will travel to West Ham on Saturday for their Premier League game as they look to continue their hunt for the league title.