Luton Town FC have had to postpone first home match against Burnley
It was to be the first home match of the 2023/24 season
Football fans will now have to wait, as Luton Town Football Club have requested to postpone their first home match of the 2023/24 season against Burnley on Saturday 19th August.
Kenilworth Road is undergoing a programme of extensive ground improvements to be ready to host Premier League football, including the construction of a new stand to meet broadcast and media requirements.
The club say that whilst ongoing work is progressing extremely well and currently ahead of schedule, the Premier League understandably requires guarantees to its fixture schedule within sufficient time to advise supporters and broadcasters of any changes in advance.
Due to the extent of the project, the Club cannot absolutely guarantee supporters that any future unforeseen issues would not cause any delay potentially impacting upon the scheduled opening game at home.
Therefore, together with the Premier League and Burnley FC, all parties felt this was a sensible outcome which gives supporters of both teams sufficient time to plan for what will now be a free weekend and subsequently make arrangements for travel for the new date.
The new date will be shared by both clubs to their supporters at the earliest available opportunity.
Luton Town Chief Executive, Gary Sweet, said:
“Although this news will be a disappointment, this will make the matchday experience even greater for fans when they do get to come back.
“We would like to thank the Premier League and Burnley for their help in arriving at this practical decision.”
The Club would like to reassure supporters that we are collaborating with the local council to ensure that the community are fully informed with the latest developments.