With the world of sport at a complete standstill, all sports leagues around the globe are finding creative ways to keep their fans engaged and to give people some much-needed distraction. This has happened in many different ways: live-tweeting old games as if they were happening now, broadcasting classic events in their entirety and eSports […]
What have Gloucestershire’s sports teams been up to in self-isolation?
The coronavirus pandemic may have left a fairly sizeable hole in the sporting calendar. Gloucester Rugby had their most recent match against Worcester Warriors postponed and their upcoming home match against Bristol Bears has also been struck by the virus. Gloucestershire were set to return to the top division of county cricket for the first […]
“The worse bit about it all? I don’t know when this will all be sorted.”
With growing COVID-19 restrictions putting the UK into further epidemic turmoil, many individuals all across the country will be wondering when they can return to work, attend the gym next, or safely use public transport once again. But for some, the troubles only continue to mount in such difficult times, especially for the self-employed. Trade […]
Forest Green Rovers vs Cheltenham Town: Combined XI ahead of this weekend’s postponed fixture
This weekend was meant to be the second and final meeting of the season between League Two’s two Gloucestershire sides: Forest Green Rovers and Cheltenham Town. However, due to the coronavirus outbreak taking its toll on European football, the game has been called off, with the EFL aiming to get the season back underway on […]
La Liga season put on hold following coronavirus outbreak
The La Liga season has been suspended indefinitely following the escalation of the coronavirus outbreak in Spain. The Spanish top-flight had originally been suspended for two-match weeks after a Real Madrid basketball player contracted the virus. However, more drastic measures have been taken in order to curve the virus in Spain, which has been one […]
“I think that it’s looking increasingly more likely that the current season will be finished.” Cheltenham Town FC’s Media and Communications manager Richard Joyce on how his life and the club have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic
Cheltenham Town Football Club are one of many teams who have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, with all areas of the club are facing an uncertain future. Parklife Sport spoke to Media and Communications manager Richard Joyce about how the club is dealing with life away from the Jonny-Rocks stadium. “I’ve just been going […]
Coronavirus Pandemic: What will happen to the 2019/20 Premier League?
With the 2019/20 Premier League Season suspended until April 30th at the earliest, next seasons’ arrangements remain a mystery. A number of the games prominent figures have made their views clear during this period with no football being played. Karren Brady-Null and Void Embed from Getty Images Karren Brady, the West Ham vice-chair, has insisted […]
Cheltenham Festival Organisers face criticism
The Cheltenham Festival was given the green light to go ahead by the government despite increasing calls from the public for the festival to be cancelled. Many people have been left questioning why the Festival still took place and organisers have faced widespread criticism. It was one of the last events to go ahead before […]
The financial impact Covid-19 could have on the EFL
With top level football suspended until at least April 30th, and the risk of the season being deemed ‘null and void’ altogether, what impact could this have on clubs relying on this season, to stay out financial trouble? In a statement from the EFL, plans are being put in place to support clubs who could […]
Gary Neville believes it’s too early to have behind closed door games due to coronavirus
Former Manchester United full back Gary Neville feels that it’s far too soon to consider playing matches behind closed doors. All games in England are suspended until at least April 30 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Several games have already been played behind closed doors, including Manchester United’s and Wolves’ Europa League ties against Lask […]