The Premier League has moved to explain how it postpones games as Everton and Liverpool matches remain in doubt.
Tottenham's trip to Leicester City has become the latest Premier League match to be called off this week as Covid infection rates continue to rise.
That postponement came on the back of Brentford vs Manchester United and Burnley vs Watford both being called off.
Both Everton and Liverpool are in action tonight as the Blues take on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge and the Reds welcome Newcastle United to Anfield.
As things stand, both games remain on, despite claims three Chelsea players have tested positive for Covid.
However, the Premier League has come under pressure for calling a number of games off late in recent days.
But in a statement confirming the postponement of Leicester vs Tottenham, the governing body explained how the process works.
“The Premier League understands this decision will disappoint and frustrate fans who were due to attend this evening’s match and apologises for the inconvenience and disruption caused at such short notice,” the statement read.
“The Board assesses applications to postpone matches on a case-by-case basis, based on existing rules and COVID-19 postponement guidance issued to all clubs.
“It will assess a number of factors, including the ability of a club to field a team; the status, severity and potential impact of the COVID-19 outbreak at the club; and the ability of the players to safely prepare for and play the match.
“The Board must also consider the wider risks to the opposition and other people the club may come into contact with.
“With the health and wellbeing of all players and staff the priority, and in light of the recent rise in COVID-19 cases across the country, the Premier League has reintroduced Emergency Measures.
“These include protocols such as more frequent testing, wearing face coverings while indoors, observing social distancing and limiting treatment time.”
