The Football Supporters’ Association (FSA) has issued a stern warning against any revival of plans to hold Premier League fixtures outside England and Wales, asserting that such proposals would face fierce resistance from fans.
While there are currently no active plans, Premier League chief executive Richard Masters hinted at the possibility of staging matches overseas. However, the notion was met with skepticism, especially after a similar proposal 16 years ago was met with backlash and ultimately abandoned.
In response to recent discussions, the FSA took to social media, stating, “We defeated Game 39 in 2008 and we’d attack any attempted revival with a full-blown, two feet off the ground, studs to the knee tackle.”
Despite opposition from fan groups, NBC Sports, the US broadcaster of the Premier League, expressed interest in bringing games to American audiences. NBC Sports’ president Jon Miller voiced support for the idea, suggesting opening the season with Premier League matches in major US stadiums.
While the prospect of expanding the Premier League’s reach to American fans is enticing for broadcasters, the sentiment among supporters remains clear: Premier League fixtures belong in England and Wales, and any attempt to move them abroad will be met with staunch resistance.
