Away fans will NOT be returning to Premier League stadia this season.
The last two rounds will be played before reduced-capacity crowds of home supporters only.
The decision was reveaed by the Premier League this morning.
An announcement from Albion regarding their home fixture against Manchester City is expected this week.
They will host the leaders – and probably, by then, new champions - before about 7,500 home fans in two weeks’ time.
The Seagulls will conclude the campaign before 10,000 Arsenal fans at the Emirates on Sunday, May 23 (4pm).
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A Premier League statement read: “Following consultation with clubs, it was agreed matches would not be open to away supporters due to varying operational challenges across the League and the need to deliver a consistent approach, while maximising the opportunity for home-fan attendance.”
The return of fans is still subject to the next stage in the easing of lockdown restrictions going ahead as expected on May 17.
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